United Prosthetics
Prosthetics, Orthotics, Orthopedic Shoes With almost a century of accumulated knowledge there are almost no scenarios we have not had the opportunity to treat.
At United, our clinicians have decades of experience and are expert at fitting all levels of upper and lower limb prostheses. We proudly offer the most technologically advanced and appropriate prosthetic feet, knees, hips, elbows, shoulders, and hands to help you regain your independence. For individuals needing bracing for support or corrective purposes, we are able to provide a full range of cus
We love these first-time user videos because we get to witness people doing something they have never been able to do before. Oftentimes, they aren't even aware of how life-changing this newfound ability can be.
In the case of this young girl, she has been missing her hand since birth and has been getting by without a prosthesis to date. As she got older and more independent, she started recognizing some of the limitations the absence of her hand presented and decided it was time to explore a prosthesis. And judging by the smile at the end of the video, she is glad she did!
Keep in mind that these impromptu stack challenges introduce the patient to the basic function of the hand. This Ossur i-Limb Ultra hand has significantly more capability, including preprogrammed grip patterns that the patient can utilize with some practice to perform many everyday activities effortlessly.
https://unitedprosthetics.com/first-time-user-experiences-the-natural-intuition-of-i-limb-devices/
Cindy, who is missing all of the fingers on her right hand, received her very first i-Digits partial hand prosthesis, and was kind enough to put on an impromptu demonstration for us. As she left her appointment we put her on the spot to see how adept she was at stacking cups! She handled the challenge like a champ and successfully completed the task. Make no mistake- this is not an easy feat, especially after only having worn the new prosthesis for a couple of minutes.
Cups were what we had around, but you can imagine how incredibly life changing it is to go from not being able to grasp anything, to being able to use a knife, fork, toothbrush, or keyboard for example.
As she becomes accustomed to the new prosthesis and with more practice she will be even quicker. Who knows, maybe we'll see her out there on the cup stacking tournament circuit!
11/18/2023
We Are Hiring!
United Prosthetics has immediate positions open for both Technicians and Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists.
If you are interested in joining the United team, please submit an inquiry by emailing us directly at [email protected] or filling out the form at the bottom right of our Contact Us page: https://unitedprosthetics.com/contact-us/
10/13/2023
Join Us at the MR8K This Sunday!
Check out these Boston Bruins laminations fresh off the presses in time to be displayed at the MR8K in the Seaport this Sunday.
United Prosthetics is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of the MR8K put on by the Martin Richard Foundation. As a company that has operated in the Boston area, specifically Dorchester, for over 100 years we are happy to support the Martin Richard Foundation and the amazing work they do for the community.
Come stop by our table at Cisco Brewers Seaport at 11am this Sunday, October 15th!
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As a quadrilateral amputee (missing both legs and both hands) Lawrence has considerable challenges when it comes to performing even the smallest tasks. Despite these challenges, with his positive attitude and new i-Limb hands, he is able to open up considerable opportunities to improve his independence and lifestyle.
In this video you can see him marvel at his new found ability to put on his own hat, open and use a plastic-capped water bottle, sign his name, and more! These were tasks he picked up within minutes of receiving his new hands. With additional practice and therapy he will continue to gain vastly more skills- and with each new skill the ability to incrementally improve his life. To watch the entire video and learn more about iLimb prosthetics, visit: https://unitedprosthetics.com/lawrence-accomplishing-independence-after-receiving-two-i-limb-prosthetic-hands/
08/28/2023
Come Join Us September 14th for our Prosthetic Performance Clinic! United Prosthetics, in conjunction with PROTEOR, will be hosting a Prosthetic Performance Clinic on Thursday, September 14, 2023 in our Quincy Patient Care Center.
This clinic will be an opportunity for amputees to trial multiple different prosthetic feet and/or prosthetic knees in order to explore the most advanced technology and latest designs available.
The Prosthetic Performance Clinic is open to all amputees, regardless of whether you are currently a United Prosthetics patient or not.
If you are interested in attending the clinic, please contact Chris Martino at 617-436-6110. We look forward to seeing you there!
08/22/2023
If you are someone who enjoys working with your hands, like a carpenter, mechanic, or even an amateur hobbyist for instance, and are considering a career change- why not try your hand at being an Orthotic & Prosthetic Technician! No experience is necessary for this position. To find out more information, please submit an inquiry through our contact form at https://unitedprosthetics.com/contact-us/, or email us at [email protected]!
04/15/2022
April marks Limb Loss Awareness Month and the official start of Spring, take a look at our latest to see how United Prosthetics family member, Deivisson is gearing up for the month! https://bit.ly/3vkNxeT
Training Season is Almost Over! United Prosthetics family member Deivisson is sharing how he is gearing up for Spring!
04/08/2022
Golfing Season is here ⛳! United Prosthetics Family member, Gary T., is currently competing in the Master's Golf Tournament in Florida and was able to win his tournament🏆👏! We are so proud of him! Gary was kind enough to share these snaps from his big win with us! Check out our latest blog to read more about Gary's victory: https://bit.ly/3xeUJfs
03/22/2022
United family member Jimmo's shares his inspiring journey to recovery! Chris Martino had the chance to grab a quick interview with Jimmo where he dives into his story and what keeps him motivated! Read our latest blog & tune in below to learn more about his story:
https://www.unitedprosthetics.com/jimmo-and-his-radiant-optimism/
Jimmo and His Radiant Optimism! Jimmo really knows how to keep it in perspective. Chris Martino had a chance to grab a quick impromptu interview with United Family member, Jimmo recently a...
02/15/2022
Would Not Recommend!
Though we admire Deivisson's ambition in performing his own home improvements, we can't say we recommend that technique! And yes, when we say our goal is to help patients return to an active lifestyle- unfortunately, that includes chores...
02/10/2022
If you suffer from phantom pain or phantom sensation, try avoiding these common triggers. If you would like further help, please talk to your prosthetist for more treatment options.
02/08/2022
Most people think losing a limb at war or due to trauma is the most common cause of amputations. Improper blood flow, also known as vascular insufficiency, often caused by chronic health conditions such as diabetes is a much more common cause of amputations.
02/03/2022
These fun protective covers allow you to choose from over 50 designs and over 30 colors. Popular options include skin color to make the design look like a tattoo, mermaid or water themed covers to go swimming, and even your favorite sport team colors to wear for the season! Reach out to your prosthetist if you have any questions regarding coverage.
Greg Skiing on His Prosthesis!
With snow in the forecast this week, we hope this video gets everyone in the winter spirit! Greg shared this video with us of him shredding the gnar at Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire Greg is a long-time member of the United Family. He wears a below knee prosthesis on his left side. The prosthesis he uses to ski has an Ottobock ProCarve foot specially designed to fit directly into the binding of his ski (no boot). Look closely and you can see the foot in the video. Hope to see you all on the slopes soon.
01/06/2022
Julianne Gupta, CP Celebrates 12 Years at United!
Happy Workiversary Jules! Julianne has been a Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist at United for 12 years now. In keeping with her ambitious nature, she has recently taken on even more responsibility as our Director of Business Development. We are thankful for her knowledge, determination, and loyalty!
01/04/2022
Happy New Year from United Prosthetics! Wishing you all a happy, healthy, joyful and back to normal new year! #2022
12/13/2021
Jule's STEAM presentation at the Discovery Museum was a great success! Thank you to the Discovery Museum for the opportunity to connect with so many curious minds.
Check out the full video using the link below!
https://www.unitedprosthetics.com/jules-discovery-museum-presentation-was-a-success/
11/25/2021
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
11/25/2021
Our team at United Prosthetics wants to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving!
11/19/2021
Julianne Gupta, CPO will be one of the STEAM related presenters at the Discovery Museum in Acton on December 3 from 5:30-7:30 PM at their 'Meet the Scientist' event. Jules will be combining her knowledge as a certified prosthetist with her experience as a mother to share the numerous STEAM topics that relate to prosthetics. This will be an interactive presentation with plenty of fun and entertaining activities for kids! Prior registration is required at www.discoveryacton.org. Hope to see you there.
11/11/2021
Today, we honor and remember the brave veterans who help protect our country. Thank you for your service!
11/10/2021
Limb loss affects many different individuals across many walks of life. Every individual seeks different capabilities out of their prosthesis. We've done many posts about patients who use prostheses to run, or who have adorned them with self-expressive cosmetic covers; however, this is just a small window into the varied lifestyles of the limb loss community. David Chalmers is one of those patients whose prosthetic needs are truly unique because of his incredible talent. David is one of the three players of the E.M. Skinner Organ at the Church of the Transfiguration in Orleans, MA. If you look closely in the picture, you can see that David wears a left below-the-knee prosthesis. The prosthesis in the picture is specially aligned so that the foot is positioned appropriately for David to play the organ pedals.
In order to get the correct alignment, Paul Martino C.P. (David's prosthetist) traveled to the Cape to align the prosthesis while David was playing. While Paul was there, David was gracious enough to give him a tour of the Church and some stats about the organ. For instance- the organ was just completed last year and has just under twelve thousand pipes!
To read more about the story of this incredible organ visit their website: https://www.churchofthetransfiguration.org/organ/
11/05/2021
Looking great Brian! Thanks for sharing your Halloween costume with us. Anyone else dare to walk the social media plank?
We at United Prosthetics hope everyone had a Happy Halloween! Be sure to share all your costumes with us!
11/01/2021
It's too late for these guys, but don't be afraid to call us with any questions or concerns about your prosthesis. Whether you're a new amputee or one of the many patients we have known for decades, we'd love to hear from you. We know that for new amputees the process can be scary but the sooner you involve a prosthetist increase the likelihood of a positive and successful outcome. And for those existing patients, we haven't seen in a while- it's always a good idea to get your prosthesis checked regularly to ensure it is functioning properly.
Which Amputee Halloween Costume Do You Like Best?
We love when our patient's express themselves through their prostheses. Most of the time this is with custom socket designs or custom fairings, which we have featured in previous posts. However, Halloween opens up many opportunities that aren't available to those outside of the limb loss community. Check out some of the super creative costumes that these amputees came up with, and remember to tell us which one you think is best!
10/16/2021
United Prosthetics provides orthotic solutions for a variety of different conditions including sports bracing, post-operative bracing, fracturing bracing, custom shoe work, and more! Learn more today.
https://www.unitedprosthetics.com/orthotics/
10/15/2021
With the rapidly changing technology of lightweight polymers, complex electronics, and dynamic response mechanisms, United Prosthetics takes pride in keeping informed of the availability of new products and how to incorporate them into existing, proven designs. Learn more about United Prosthetics today!
https://www.unitedprosthetics.com/
10/01/2021
At United Prosthetics we offer a free evaluation with one of our prosthetists to determine your particular needs, concerns, and goals. This allows us to provide you with a prosthesis that will complement and enhance your lifestyle. Learn more about our process of care.
https://www.unitedprosthetics.com/the-process/
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