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30 percent of energy from a patient, which
can add stress to the heart and other organs.
“With the endo-exo Prosthesis, because
the patient’s body load is carried by the
prosthesis, rather than the ilium, it enables
a better range of movement and so
easier walking.
“People who have received this type of
prosthesis can return to work and normal
life much faster and more effectively.”
The procedure has the potential to help a
significant number of people who have
below-knee amputations. Surgeons are
hoping to work closely with – amongst
other groups – the Department of Defense
to be able to offer the procedure to war
veterans who have lost their lower limbs.
Dr Muderis and the orthopaedic team offer
all aspects of hip, knee, ankle, hand and limb
surgery at Macquarie University Hospital. Dr
Muderis’ special interests are in advanced
hip and knee arthroscopy techniques.
The orthopaedic department is committed
to training the future generation of
surgeons, and will begin offering a
fellowship program in May this year.
right: Professor
munjed Al muderis
Above: the teAm in
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