STEPS Prosthetics designs and manufactures custom prosthetic limbs and orthotic devices for individuals with serious injuries. They offer integrated residential and outpatient rehabilitation programs to support recovery and improve mobility.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Individuals who have experienced serious injury often require specialized prosthetic and orthotic solutions to regain mobility and independence. The rehabilitation process can be complex, requiring integrated care and tailored devices to meet diverse functional needs.
Solution
STEPS Prosthetics provides bespoke prosthetic and orthotic solutions, combining advanced design and manufacturing with comprehensive rehabilitation services. The company offers both residential and outpatient rehabilitation programs, focusing on a holistic approach to support clients in their recovery journey. They also deliver expert witness services for medico-legal cases, leveraging their extensive experience in the field.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals requiring prosthetic and orthotic solutions following serious injury, as well as case managers, solicitors, insurers, and other medico-legal professionals seeking expert assessment and reporting.
Features
- Design, manufacture, and fitting of custom prosthetic limbs for upper and lower extremities.
- Provision of orthotic devices to support optimal movement and comfort for individuals with neurological or traumatic injuries.
- Integrated residential rehabilitation program in partnership with STEPS Rehabilitation, offering a full spectrum of therapeutic interventions.
- Outpatient services providing continued therapy and support post-discharge.
- Expert witness reporting compliant with Part 35, covering prosthetics, orthotics, and specialized amputee physiotherapy.
- Utilization of advanced prosthetic components, including microprocessor-controlled knees and feet, and myoelectric upper limb prosthetics.
- Application of advanced materials such as pre-preg carbon composites for lightweight and durable orthotic devices.
- Specialized gait re-education and strength conditioning programs tailored to amputee rehabilitation.
- Training days for professionals, offering insights into prosthetic and orthotic services and rehabilitation methodologies.