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World J Clin Cases. Oct 26, 2023; 11(30): 7261-7267
Published online Oct 26, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i30.7261
Table 1 Important factors for prosthesis use
No.
Population at risk and preventable conditions
Regional difference in prosthesis use
Activities and initiatives related to optimizing prosthetic interventions and resource allocation for amputees
Effective resource utilization for prosthetic intervention in India
1DiabetesUrban vs ruralJaipur footResource allocation and waste minimization
2PADEconomic disparitiesProsthetiKaResource enhancement for better health outcomes
3Peripheral neuropathyCultural factorsEnable the futureEfficient workflow
4SmokingEducation and awarenessLimbs internationalEducation and training
5ObesityHealthcare infrastructurePOGO (Prosthetics Outreach Foundation)Collaboration and partnerships
6CKDGeographical variationsGravityLight (Innovative resource utilization)Technological innovation (3D printing, etc.)
7Cardiovascular diseaseLanguage and communicationDedicated clinics and workshopsPatient-centric approach
8InfectionsGovernment initiativesPublic-private partnershipsAdvocacy and policy support
9TraumaCultural norms and stigmaTelehealth and remote support
10Aging populationTechnological accessResearch and innovation hubs