- Description
- The Prosthetics Service provides manmade limbs (prostheses), that are devices designed to replace missing arms or legs. They are created to mimic the function and appearance of natural limbs as closely as possible.
All prostheses are custom-made to fit each person's structure and specific needs to ensure comfort, function and use. They help people regain movement, perform daily activities, and take part in physical and social activities.
Key Provider: prosthetist - Eligibility
- Yes, Clients of any age must meet the following criteria:
- They must be medically stable
- They should have low or no limb sensitivity or pain
- They should have minimal or reversible joint stiffness
- They must be capable of learning and understanding how to use a prosthetic device
- They must be motivated to use a prosthetic device.
- Application Process
- Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.
Physician prescription is required for each device.Private and / or external vendors are available. Call for a list of vendors.
Referral Process: N/A
Waiting Period: Yes,An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of appointment booking.
- Telephone
- 780-735-7940
- Fax
- 780-735-6027
- Languages
- Interpreter/Translation services
- Fees
- Fee: Yes,
Devices are third party funded, cost-shared or self-pay.
Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: N/A - Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: Yes - Accessible and public parking are available on designated surface and underground parking stalls.
Pay by plate parking is available.
Other disabled access: Yes - Ramps and wheelchair accessible washrooms. - Topic(s)
- Agency Information
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- Last Verified On
- July 3, 2024
- Address
- 10230 111 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T5G 0B7There is no Emergency Department at this facility.
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Mon08:00 AM to 04:15 PMTue08:00 AM to 04:15 PMWed08:00 AM to 04:15 PMThu08:00 AM to 04:15 PMFri08:00 AM to 04:15 PM
