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I came across this from November last year, so it's not exactly current, however I thought it was interesting.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/63583673/rallying-for-boy-with-foot-for-knee.html

Regards
Greg

 

I have read about this procedure - it is actually not that uncommon.

 

What are the advantages? l see long term issue with the toes been compressed into the prosthesis. How are the force going to be dealt with?

 

Hi David, I had a bit of a look around and now am more informed myself, you might find this useful,

This link gives a good demonstration of how the prothesis looks and functions on a person walking, it's also on Seans webpage

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njJUcTbR2SY

The update page on his Give a Little page has some other details and a clip with him telling some of his personal story.

http://givealittle.co.nz/cause/seansprosthesisfund/updates

Regards
Greg

 

Thanks Greg, l could see no pressure marks or callus on the foot, the young lady said in the video, "..in grade 3..." so she had the procedure a long time ago, a great outcome.