prosthesis
Manufactured body part
A prosthesis is an artificial device that replaces a missing body part—a limb, tooth, eye, or organ.
The word applies to both external devices like artificial legs and internal ones like hip replacements or heart valves.
She learned to walk again with her new prosthesis.
The adjective is prosthetic, which also serves as a noun: prosthetics.
One without a limb
- socketHollow receiving cavity
- stumpTrunk base after felling
- bionicMechanically augmented human
- gaitLocomotion pattern
biomechanics · fitting · alignment · suspension · liner · pylon · hook · hand
Device placed inside tissue
- surgeryInvasive medical procedure
- amputationSurgical limb removal
- orthopedicRelating to bone treatment
- reconstructiveRestoring original form
biocompatible · maxillofacial · craniofacial · ocular · dental · cochlear · breast · hip
Human-machine hybrid technology
- exoskeletonExternal skeletal structure
- transhumanismTech-augmented evolution philosophy
- neuroprostheticsNerve-interfacing medical technology
- augmentationAct of adding more
enhanced · biomimetic · modular · regenerative · thought-controlled · superhuman · bionics
Compact computing circuit
- roboticStiff and unemotional
- sensorInput-detecting device
- actuatorDevice producing controlled motion
- bionicMechanically augmented human
cybernetic · hydraulic · pneumatic · electronic · adaptive · interface · motorized · computerized
Element twenty-two
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- biocompatibleAccepted by living tissue
- polymerLarge repeated-unit molecule
- alloyMetallic combination
lightweight · durable · flexible · foam · gel · acrylic · polyurethane · laminated
Locomotion on foot
- ambulationMovement by walking
- locomotionAbility to travel independently
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
- stabilityResistance to displacement
stride · gait · movement · standing · climbing · running · kneeling · sitting
Curative mental treatment
- recoveryRegaining what was lost
- physiotherapyTreatment restoring bodily function
- adaptationFitting to new conditions
- trainingDeveloping abilities through practice
occupational · relearning · adjustment · functionality · independence · strengthening · desensitization · acceptance
Being made part
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
- adaptiveAble to change accordingly
- disabilityImpairment affecting life activities
- assistiveProviding help or aid
barrier-free · support · empowerment · independence · coverage · insurance · affordability · access
amputee
One without a limb
gait · biomechanics · fitting · alignment · suspension · liner · pylon · hook · hand · leg
implant
Device placed inside tissue
- surgeryInvasive medical procedure
- amputationSurgical limb removal
- orthopedicRelating to bone treatment
reconstructive · biocompatible · maxillofacial · craniofacial · ocular · dental · cochlear · breast · hip · joint
cybernetic
Human-machine hybrid technology
- exoskeletonExternal skeletal structure
- transhumanismTech-augmented evolution philosophy
- neuroprostheticsNerve-interfacing medical technology
augmentation · enhanced · biomimetic · modular · regenerative · thought-controlled · superhuman · bionics
microprocessor
Compact computing circuit
bionic · cybernetic · hydraulic · pneumatic · electronic · adaptive · interface · motorized · computerized · smart
titanium
Element twenty-two
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- biocompatibleAccepted by living tissue
- polymerLarge repeated-unit molecule
alloy · lightweight · durable · flexible · foam · gel · acrylic · polyurethane · laminated · thermoplastic
walking
Locomotion on foot
- ambulationMovement by walking
- locomotionAbility to travel independently
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
stability · stride · gait · movement · standing · climbing · running · kneeling · sitting · transferring
therapy
Curative mental treatment
- recoveryRegaining what was lost
- physiotherapyTreatment restoring bodily function
- adaptationFitting to new conditions
training · occupational · relearning · adjustment · functionality · independence · strengthening · desensitization · acceptance · mobility
inclusion
Being made part
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
- adaptiveAble to change accordingly
- disabilityImpairment affecting life activities
assistive · barrier-free · support · empowerment · independence · coverage · insurance · affordability · access
- mobility aidswheelchair, walker, cane, crutches, rollator
- medical technologypacemakers, pacemaker, defibrillator, ventilator, MRI technology
- orthopedicsorthopedic surgeon, orthopedic surgery, bone fracture, joint replacement, hip replacement
- surgerysurgery, surgeon, surgeons, operation, incision
- implantsimplant, breast implants, cochlear implants, dental implants, hip implant
- joint replacementhip replacement, knee replacement, shoulder replacement, total knee, titanium implant