Well that is an apt description. Its aftermarket as its not the original OEM equipment and like a lot of aftermarket stuff it costs more and has advantages and disadvantages.

I was told the average cost of a BK prosthetic is around 25K give or take. I heard that from the prosthetist who has been shaping and compressing my stump. Thank God I have insurance.

An above the knee amputation is much more complex and expensive for those things due to a need for a new knee.


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