TECHNOLOGY
Technology
Whilst our clinicians have experience in both traditional methods of ‘Plaster of Paris’ casting and 3D colour digital scanning, digital scanning is fast becoming the preferred method. This method involves using a white light 3D colour scanner and highly specialised CADCAM software to capture an image of the limb digitally on screen. A robot then mills the shaped form out of polyurethane foam which is used to custom make your device. We use a combination of plaster casts and foam milled casts depending on our client needs. In addition to traditional Super Skin and foam cosmetic covers, we have a range of modern cosmetic options available from Alleles Prosthetic Leg Covers to Nextt Flex Covers.
Our goal is to become a ‘Plaster-of-Paris-less’ clinic!
Design
Nowadays modern practices use digital technology to capture the shape of the remaining limb or the limb that needs supporting. We use scanning technology that allows less than .5mm room for error.
The design processes TLCU use are:
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TLCU will scan and capture the shape of the remaining limb or the limb that needs supporting
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Your scans will be sent to a robot milling machine, which will then create an accurate foam positive
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The team uses that foam positive as a base to then create a personalised device
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The device will then be fitted and adjusted by your personal prosthetist
While we look eagerly to the future with new technologies and techniques ahead of us, we value the traditional craftsmanship brought to us by our technical team. Have a look at this foam cosmetic cover manufacture, from start to finish!