Description
The various artificial replacements of body parts or limbs, which were lost during a trauma, disease or an accident.
Alternative labels
prosthetic device
artificial limb
prostheses
artificial limbs
prosthesis
prosthetic limb
prosthetic limbs
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Prosthetic devices is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Prosthetic-orthotics technician: Prosthetic-orthotics technicians design, create, fit and repair supportive devices, such as braces, joints, arch supports, and other surgical and medical appliances.
Prosthetist-orthotist: Prosthetist-orthotists design and custom fit prostheses and orthoses for individuals who are missing a limb from accident, disease or congenital conditions or for individuals who have impairments, deficiences or weaknesses due to injury, pathology or congenital malformation. They mix patient care with the design and fabrication of these devices to address their patients’ needs.
Optional knowledge
Prosthetic devices is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
3D printing technician: 3D Printing technicians assist in the designing and programming of products, ranging from prosthetic products to 3D miniatures. They may also provide 3D printing maintenance, check 3D renders for customers and run 3D printing tests. 3D printing technicians can also repair, maintain and clean 3D printers.
References
- Prosthetic devices – ESCO
