About Prosthetic Fingers and Hands

We custom-make your silicone finger prosthesis, thumb prosthesis, or hand prosthesis to protect sensitive tissue, improve function and normalize appearance. We mimic the texture, color and translucency of your skin and nails to create prosthetic fingers and hands with a natural appearance. We work closely with patients and their families to determine a prosthetic solution that will be comfortable, life-like, and functional.

Silicone artificial fingers and hands may be needed due to:

• Congenital or birth difference; such as Amniotic band syndrome or symbrachydactyly (missing or underdeveloped fingers)

• Surgery – finger amputation due to cancer or tumor removal

• Disease such as diabetes or scleroderma resulting in finger amputation

• Traumatic injury – work-related injuries, burns, or other traumas

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How is a finger or hand prosthesis attached? 

Our silicone prosthetic fingers and hands rely on suction to stay in place securely by overlapping remaining anatomy. If your finger loss is complete, we may need to band an adjacent finger or overlap the remaining part of the hand to create a glove-style silicone prosthesis.

How does a finger or hand prosthesis help with function?

For a distal amputation close to the fingertip, we create custom prosthetic fingers and thumbs that may provide near-normal function. By restoring finger length, the prosthesis improves grasp, pinch force, and enhances oppositional function of the hand.

For an amputation closer to the wrist, we create glove-style silicone hand prosthetics that assist with holding objects and making daily tasks more manageable.

Can nail polish be used on the prosthesis?

Yes, you can paint the detailed custom acrylic fingernails on most finger and hand prostheses. We suggest that you avoid gel polishes and use non-acetone nail polish remover.                              

Connect with experts who care!

If you are considering a silicone finger prosthesis or hand prosthesis, we welcome you to meet with us for a new patient consultation and evaluation at no cost to you.

You will meet with one of our clinical anaplastologists who will listen to your concerns, examine your affected anatomy, and show you examples of life-like finger and hand prosthetics. Our anaplastologist will describe your options for prosthetic attachment and will develop a treatment plan for you. Be assured our clinical staff have earned masters degrees from accredited institutions and are certified in their specialty.

If you are unable to meet with us in person in Milwaukee or Madison, Wisconsin or one of our satellite locations, we can schedule a brief evaluation via Facetime or Skype. If you are not comfortable with a video meeting, you can provide us with photos and schedule a phone meeting.

Please contact us to schedule your complimentary initial consultation and evaluation. There is no obligation or pressure to proceed with treatment.

What You Can Expect

First and foremost, no need to worry–we are gentle and nothing we do is painful. We custom-make each finger prosthesis and hand prosthesis in our own laboratory ensuring high quality and individual design. The process requires 4 to 5 appointments which involve these steps:                         

• We make molds of the hands using gentle materials. 

• We modify the patient model and fabricate a diagnostic test socket to evaluate fit.

• We carefully sculpt the shape of the prosthesis in wax as we establish a natural contour. 

• When the sculpture is complete, we fabricate a durable mold which allows us to reproduce the silicone prosthesis.

• We have you try on a prototype version of the prosthesis and will make modifications until a secure fit is achieved.

• We back-paint the fingernail for a natural appearance.

• We meticulously paint every skin detail using your color formulae in your mold.

• We check the finger or hand prosthesis for precise fit, and delicately paint color details, such as freckling, onto the surface.

• We demonstrate wear and care instructions so that you can use your prosthetic finger or hand with confidence.

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INSURANCE COVERAGE

If you decide to proceed with your prosthetic treatment plan we will ask you to provide us with insurance or other payer information. With your permission we will request a physician’s order and clinical notes from your doctor. This information will help us predetermine your insurance benefits and submit a prior authorization request. We strive to set fees that are affordable, including reduced fees for replacement finger prostheses. We accept many health insurance options. Please be assured that we will help you navigate the complexity of billing for medical care. We also advocate on behalf of patients for coverage of reconstructive hand prosthetics with insurance providers.