Advancing prosthesis design : ontology driven multi-disciplinary framework for evolving amputee needs

Abstract

To address the evolving life-cycle needs of both the amputee and prosthesis, input from key stakeholder (amputees and family members, prosthetist, physiotherapist, and prosthesis technician) is essential. Collaborative decision-making is necessary for timely involvement in the design, redesign, and maintenance of prostheses. Our framework, adProLiSS, supports this process by integrating stakeholder knowledge and real-time data obtained from smart prosthetic devices. Through an Ontology-Driven Prosthesis-Service System Framework incorporating an Ontology-Driven Consequence Mapping Model, key decision makers can visualise the consequences of their choices, enhancing communication, alignment, and adaptability. This holistic, data-driven approach prioritises patient-centred care, advocating for a paradigm shift in healthcare design practices.