Advanced Prosthetic Systems - Specializing in i-Limb, Rheo Knee, C-Leg and Plie MPC Knee Technologies

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Advanced Prosthetic Systems features ultra-light, cutting edge prosthetics including patented micro processor controlled components, and today’s latest technology in socket designs. All the tools necessary to create these advanced prosthetics are housed on-site in our state-of-the-art fabrication lab. This is the heart of our facility—where technology and innovation combine to create superior products.

i-LIMB	Back To Top
One of these patented technologies is the i-Limb. For years, researchers have strived to create a prosthetic device that duplicates the function of the human hand. Today, that pursuit has resulted in the i-Limb, the first commercially available, fully articulating bionic hand.
	The i-Limb Hand is the only upper-limb prosthetic device that imitates the true movement and accuracy of the human hand. The i-Limb has five independently powered digits which give the fingers a lifelike action. The fingers have the ability to bend at each joint and open and close around objects. The i-Limb hand is anatomically correct both when resting and in motion. Unlike these older devices, the i-Limb has the ability to articulate the fingers, or wrap around objects, and rotate the thumb, enabling the hand to create many different grips. This allows the user to grasp objects much like a real hand would and perform more complex daily tasks such as typing, dialing the phone, throwing a baseball or shaking hands. Advanced Prosthetic Systems is proud to be one of the first to bring upper-extremity patients the i-Limb Hand.

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Imagine a prosthetic knee system so smart that it automatically adapts to an individual's walking style and environment, learning continuously and optimizing control over time. The Rheo Knee is the world's first microprocessor swing and stance knee system to utilize the power of artificial intelligence. Capable of independent thought, it learns how the user walks, recognizing and responding immediately to changes in speed, load and terrain. The knee adapts to any situation, and not just within pre-set and limited parameters, enabling the individual to quickly regain confidence in his or her ability to walk where and how they choose.
Performance Benefits: Continuous adaptation - the knee system's highly developed artificial intelligence means that it is capable of thinking for itself. It continuously recognizes, learns and responds to individual walking styles and keeps pace with changes in speed, load and terrain. Natural and efficient motion - the high precision actuator technology, which controls the knee's movements, produces an exceptionally smooth and fast response throughout every stage of the gait cycle. Unlike existing hydraulic systems, this response offers customized levels of resistance (knee flexion) as, and only when, the individual needs it. That's why walking effort is reduced to a minimum and motion is much smoother and more natural. Enhanced security - multiple safeguards are provided against inadvertent stance release, IE the knee is less likely to buckle at crucial moments. Disturbances in the walking path are recognized automatically and stance support instantly activated to protect the user from a potential stumble and fall. Simple and convenient - sophisticated technology that is easy to use, it doesn't come much better! The user-friendly 'plug in and play' design ensures a straightforward set up and calibration process with the minimum of fuss. The system is so efficient it only requires a small battery that lasts up to 48 hours and that takes only two to four hours to recharge, at home or on the road. The battery can be switched off when not in use.
State-of-the-art bionic technology instantly adapts to real-world walking conditions. By utilizing customized resistance when resistance is required, the RHEO KNEE empowers the individual to quickly regain confidence in his or her ability to walk at any desired speed and traverse any terrain. Walk naturally. Walk comfortably. Walk your way.

C-LEG

Whether you are casually walking down the aisle at the store, cycling with friends at the park, or maybe going hiking in the mountains, with the c-leg every activity is possible once again. The world's first microprocessor-controlled knee joint is controlled in real time throughout the entire gait cycle. This means the highest level of dynamic response with unsurpassed safety. By now, over 20,000 C-Leg wearers all over the world are profiting from the many advantages of proven C-Leg Technology.

The C-Leg adjusts to your requirements in real time. Walking down stairs, in the dark, in a crowd while shopping, during a leisurely Sunday stroll, or in a rush on the way to work in the morning - the C-Leg system automatically adapts to any situation while you walk. The advantages: The risk of falling is significantly reduced. You no longer need to focus on every step; you save energy and can focus on the important things in life once again. With the C-Leg, you move safely and smoothly – you'll hardly notice the difference compared to normal walking, and neither will anyone else. The physiological gait pattern simultaneously provides relief for your entire body. You can adjust the C-Leg for special activities such as cross-country skiing or cycling with a special mode (2nd mode).

A wide range of amputees can make use of the C-Leg; however, some people are more suited to this prosthesis than others. The C-Leg is designed for use on people who have undergone transfemoral amputation, or amputation above the knee. The C-Leg can be used by amputees with either single or bilateral limb amputations. In the case of bilateral amputations, the application of C-Legs must be closely monitored. In some cases, those who have undergone hip disarticulation amputations can be candidates for a C-Leg. Certain physical requirements must be met before considering the C-Leg for use. The amputee must have satisfactory cardiovascular and pulmonary health. The balance and strength of the amputee must be sufficient to take strides while using prosthesis. The C-Leg is designed to support amputees weighing up to 275 pounds.

PLIÉ™ MPC KNEE

The new Plié™ MPC Knee is without doubt, the quickest, most responsive microprocessor knee available. Given this new level of nimbleness, no wonder it produces such a smooth, secure and natural gait—at any speed, angle or incline. This breakthrough results from proprietary Accel Control Technology, which uses advanced hydraulic engineering and optimized microprocessor programming to make constant, nearly instantaneous adjustments in response to changes in knee position and velocity. Simply stated, the device measures and reacts to gait dynamics ten times faster than the blink of an eye. That’s why it provides incredibly precise response to actual gait dynamics as they occur rather than a step behind. The net result is an easier, more natural gait, so amputees can stop concentrating on stability and regain the freedom to enjoy the world around them. The Plié MPC Knee engenders greater confidence in amputees under a wider variety of conditions-including variable-speed walking, ascending or descending stairs and navigating ramps.

Unlike MPC knees that offer just two stance stability adjustments, the Plié MPC Knee provides full manual adjustability that is continuously variable. This permits users to easily identify and adjust to the optimum stiffness for each activity—from free-swing for bicycling to maximum resistance for working on an assembly line.

Ultra-Fast Accel Control Technology™ keeps amputees moving.

Optimized microprocessor-controlled stance stability pairs with next-generation hydraulic swing characteristics to provide a truly natural, comfortable gait. This ground breaking technology measures inputs 1,000 times a second and reacts within ten milliseconds—ten times faster than the blink of an eye and the fastest response time in the industry. This is not merely the time to sense (microprocessor or computation time) but also to act, that is, the actual time required for the knee to respond to changing conditions. The result is a prosthetic knee that requires less effort from its user, freeing him or her to enjoy what lies ahead.

The Plié MPC Knee is the most compact and lightweight MPC knee made. Thus it requires less energy expenditure from the amputee, provides a lower build height and facilitates better cosmetic finishing.

When it comes to water resistance, no other MPC knee comes close. Amputees now can enjoy increased quality of life, since there is no need to worry about getting caught in the rain, or splashed while washing a car or riding in a boat. Should the knee become wet, all that’s required is to rinse and air-dry.

A removable battery with an independent charger gives users the option of alternating a second battery (provided) while recharging the first. This means there’s no need to plug the entire knee into a wall socket and temporarily lose use of the prosthesis. Plus, the car adapter that’s included lets users charge an alternate battery while on the road.