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A prosthesis is an artificial device intended to replace
a member, an organ or an articulation. Internal prostheses In practice orthopedic, the internals prostheses are increasingly current, prostheses of the hip, prostheses of the knee. The external prostheses The external prostheses have as an aim the substitution of a cut down member. The concept of orthosis within this framework is reserved for the system supporting a defective member. These two last are also name: orthopedic equipment. Mammary prosthesis Mammary prosthesis are used following an ablation of the breast to compensate for the volume and the weight of the breast in order to restore a good harmony between the two breast. A mammary prosthesis consists of a gel of silicone (sometimes of several layers of silicone gel to obtain the better form and best held) wrapped in a very fine medical polyurethane film. |
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In its laboratory as well as in its adjacent clinic, Bi-Op relies on a team of experts led by a prosthetist-orthotist who left his mark on both the Sacre-Coeur Hospital of Montreal and the Marie-Enfant Rehabilitation Centre of Ste Justine Hospital. This well of experience gives the company its strong capability to handle a diverse patient base, especially in the production of orthoses and prostheses for children. As a primary player in the public domain, Bi-Op also provides all types of prostheses and orthopedic products to rehabilitation centres for the physically handicapped. The proximity of Bi-Op’s clinic to its laboratory provides the team with a continuous source of knowledge that benefits both facilities. Patients’ comments are incorporated into the production procedure and patients can reap the benefits from having instant adjustments made at the adjacent laboratory. Over the years, Bi-Op has forged strategic alliances with well known suppliers such as German manufacturer Otto Bock. Through this supplier, Bi-Op furnishes the renowned C-Leg, the first knee articulation system completely controlled by a microprocessor. Bi-Op also offers patients a large choice of modern materials both on and off the RAMQ list that are an improvement over nature. As a natural extension of the body, Bi-Op’s prostheses are made with great attention to comfort, efficiency and optimal simulation of human movement. Since quality is at the heart of each procedure, every effort is made to achieve the prosthesis best suited to the patient’s lifestyle and health status. The ultimate goal is to offer superior quality to ensure the patient has the best quality of life. |
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