Artificial Limb Centre at AMTZ in Visakhapatnam successfully fits prosthetic limb on a pet dog

The Artificial Limb Centre (ALC) at Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone, Visakhapatnam, on Saturday (April 5) announced that it has successfully completed its first-ever prosthetic limb fitment for a pet (dog).

“Watching our dog walk again filled us with joy. After his injury, we had lost hope, but the team at AMTZ gave him a second chance at life,” said K.A. Tulasi, owner of the dog.

“This pioneering achievement, carried out on April 4, marking a new chapter in animal rehabilitation in India. The custom-designed prosthetic limb was fabricated using durable polypropylene and incorporated a soft inner liner for comfort along with an anti-skid base to support walking and running,” a statement from the MedTech said.

The initiative was led by the Artificial Limb Centre(ALC) and the Animal Rehabilitation Centre (ARC) under AMTZ.

“We are committed to expanding our services to benefit many more animals in need. Our mission is to ensure that no life is left behind due to mobility challenges—be it human or animal. This remarkable feat reaffirms AMTZ’s role as a national leader in innovation-driven healthcare and rehabilitation. With growing demand for pet prosthetics and increasing awareness of animal welfare, the Artificial Limb Centre aims to become a hub for advanced veterinary orthotics and prosthetics in India,” the statement added.

Published - April 05, 2025 07:47 pm IST