Below-the-knee amputation prosthesis

Object numberED.CS.2020.2.3
TitleBelow-the-knee amputation prosthesis
DescriptionBelow-the-knee aluminium prosthesis for an adult. Aluminium lower leg shaft, rubber foot attached with rigid ankle. Two metal hinges connecting to leather lace-up thigh corset. Two additional leather straps connecting aluminium shaft with adjustable, elastic hip/waist belt for additional support. Loose leather padding moulded to patient's stump on the inside of aluminium body, connected by two elastic, adjustable leather straps to thigh corset for increased flexibility.
Production period20th century (late)
Object nameLower limb prosthesis
Object categoryPROSTHETICS
Dimensions
- Length: 71 cm
Width: 28 cm
Depth: 21 cm