International Charter

 

All services and equipment supplied to people with limb loss or absence must meet all of the following 6Cs.

Choice
Information about the choices available to the User must be forthcoming

Comfort
Equipment must provide adequate support and comfort to enable the User to achieve optimal function and independence

Capability
Equipment must be appropriate to each User’s requirements, mechanically safe and easily maintained

Cosmesis
Equipment must be cosmetically acceptable commensurate with optimal function

Competence
All staff must have the appropriate educational and career opportunities in order to develop and sustain their competencies and skills

Caring
Caring is the Catalyst

 

Equipment includes prostheses, orthoses, wheelchairs, special seating, walking aids and other assistive technologies.