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Artificial Limb Cost: How expensive is it in Nigeria


When it comes to get getting a Artificial Limb.

The big question is “How much do Artificial Limbs Cost in Nigeria ?"

The cost can vary between N550,000 to upwards of tens of millions of Naira.

The price also depends on what type of limb an amputee is looking for.

Is it an arm, a wrist, fingers, foot or knee and foot.

Then you have to go into what materials each is made with,  all of which affect the price of the artificial limb cost.

Modular prosthesis which are newer and slicker, made with metals like Aluminium, titanium and stainless steel.

These are more accepted because of its light weight, easy to fit and conseal and easy to use.

They start at N650,000 upwards.

Exo skeletal Prosthesis which is the wooden type that has been used since the dawn of the age of prosthesis. Its bulky and cumbersome to use.

Priced betweenN350,000 – N500,000

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Another factor that affects Artificial limb cost in Nigeria, is the part of the body an amputation was made.

As this will usually determine if the one or multiple components will be used in fabricating the Artificial limb.

Another factor that makes Artificial limb costs in Nigeria expensive, is usually the cost of fitting the patient with the limb.

From making a socket that a patient will put on before using the Artificial limb, (in which case if done wrongly, will never be comfortable for the patient)

To the cost of fitting which usually cover Alignment and Gait training for the patient who will use the prothesis. In most cases, You will be required to visit the fitting center between 3 to 5 times over a period of 2 weeks to 3 month.

These alone will add N200,000 to N800,000 to the cost of an Artificial limb.

If you would want to find out the cost of a specific type of artificial limb, drop us a message below or call 08085833799


Comments

  1. Olufunke19 May 2016 at 06:59

    Good Day

    please I need to know where to go for a prosthetics leg for me nephew

    he is a young boy of 10years old and has a deformation from birth

    kindly assist

    Thank you

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  2. cjbrian121 May 2016 at 01:36

    Hello Funke

    Where are you located

    Give me a call on 08085833799 lets talk more

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  3. Daniel25 November 2016 at 22:42

    Please I want to know what it will cost to fit an adult of above 60yrs below the knee prosthetic right leg.

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  4. Brian28 November 2016 at 04:08

    It ranges from as low as 150k for wooden legs, to 700k for modular legs. But if you are looking for his comfort, budget around 500k.

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  5. Daniel29 November 2016 at 05:06

    Thanks, Brain please do u have branches in the south east part of Nigeria... Precisely Abia state or environs and would want wooden or cheap modular coz am on a tight budget.. And how long can it last.
    Thanks

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  6. Brian29 November 2016 at 06:34

    Give me a call on 08085833799. Lets see if its something i can come take a look at or have someone close to you handle it.

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  7. Damilola8 February 2017 at 20:45

    Pls how much would it cost for an adult at 55 years old, for a prosthetic leg below the knee for his left leg

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  8. Brian9 February 2017 at 04:11

    Hi Damilola the price range depends on whats being used to make the leg. Wood is cheaper but bulker and uncomfortable. Metals like Stainless steel, aluminium and titanium cost more but are more expensive than wood. Also we have to look at the adult, is he or she active or not. There are quite a lot of factors that affect the cost. Which can range from 200k-3 million naira or more. You can reach me on 08085833799

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  9. OKAFOR PRINCE10 February 2017 at 08:17

    Pls how much will above the knee prosthetic leg cost me. I will be 30 by May

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  10. Brian10 February 2017 at 08:47

    Hi Okafor

    For a good Above Knee Prosthesis, its currently going for 700-900,000. you can reach me on 08085833799

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  11. Odigie Osavhie22 February 2017 at 18:13

    Please Brian, my son is three years old and he need plasteric legs for both legs so that he can walk, i really don't know if i can afford that millions of naira you may want but my son is suffring i can't see him like that anymore. Please help me.

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  12. Brian23 February 2017 at 02:03

    Hello Osavhie, Kids are our most precious gifts. So ofcourse i will help. Where are located. give me a call on 08085833799. I will need a bit more details about your sons condition before going forward.

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  13. Bukola10 June 2017 at 00:02

    I want to know how much for a modular prosthetic from the knee below for a active adult 60above... He has been using d wooden one for years but it's not comfortable and it seem to be wearing out. Base in Lagos. Thank u

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  14. Brian12 June 2017 at 07:06

    Hi Bukola

    The wooden ones are not comfortable at all. For the newer more comfortable ones it will cost him between 6-900,000 for a modular knee joint.
    If he is an active person. It will be advisable he budget over 1.5m for a hydraulic Knee Joint.
    Either way, you can give me a call on 08085833799 for n=more details.

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  15. Kolo David4 January 2018 at 01:41

    Hi, can you please help with different types of above the knee prosthetics (not the wooden one) and their various prices. I want a good idea of costs and types to make an informed decision. Thanks.

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  16. David4 January 2018 at 01:46

    Hi, can you please help with different types of above the knee prosthetics (not the wooden one) and their various prices. I want a good idea of costs and types to make an informed decision. I am talking about something similar to the one in the cover photo above... Thanks.

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    1. Brian CJ10 January 2018 at 06:10

      Hello David, there are three options available for above knee amputees

      The humble Modular Polycentric Knee Joint, that is controlled via cable to lock and unlock it.(cost under 1 million Naira)

      The Pneumatic Knee Joint, Which is controlled via Hydrulic process, its strong, lightweight and durable( cost between 2m to 5m

      The the micro processor electric Knee joint, these are usually fitted outside Nigeria, as no one is qualified to fit them here.( Their cost is in Dollars or Naira, usually tens of thousands of dollars or euro)

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