This client had a need for utility fingers at work and for the gym as well as a realistic restoration for times when he wished for increased hand function and realism for privacy. Utility fingers are made of a tougher, harder material compared to our realistic pieces and look more like a modified glove than a prosthesis to the casual observer.
Stefan Knauss, owner of Aesthetic Prosthetics and certified Prosthetist and lead Anaplastologist, was featured on a segment of KCAL News STEAM Series. Reporter Olga Ospina focuses on individuals and companies using science, technology, engineering, art and math. In this episode, Dr. Knauss is profiled showing the process and steps to creating realistic looking prostheses for individuals…
It is a rare privilege to be able to share one of our clients faces. After all, many of our clients seek out our work to avoid drawing attention to their differences. When this client suffered an amputation to her right pinky finger, she was determined to find purpose in her loss. She has shared…
An article by our founder and owner, Stefan Knauss, was recently published in O&P Edge Magazine. Stefan is always looking to utilize materials to come up with original strategies for tackling tough cases. In this article, he details how to create a socket with a seamless connection between HCR silicone rubber and hard resin laminate….
When someone is missing a part of their lower limbs, wearing opened toe shoes often isn’t an option. During the summer time and in warmer climates, opened toe shoes are a daily wardrobe staple and frequently a fashion statement. While shoe choice may seem minor, a cosmetic foot restoration opens up the possibility of wearing…
We’ve had the pleasure of making this client two realistic prosthetic partial hands since 2010. As a carpenter, he has realized over time that he no longer needs a realistic hand under his glove while at work. This time, he requested we make him a custom sculpted utility hand from High Consistency Rubber (HCR). HCR…
This client takes pride in looking feminine in her male-dominated workplace. These sparkling shell acrylic tips are her signature color. This type of a request was a first for us and a fun challenge. She brought in the matching acrylic powder and it worked out great – happy nails!