Around the world, millions of people are living without the prosthetic care they need. Traditional prosthetics are often prohibitively expensive, costing thousands of dollars, and are typically manufactured in centralised facilities far from those who need them most. For many, this means long waiting times, limited access to medical professionals, and — too often — a lifetime of immobility and social exclusion.
We founded Icarus Prosthetics to change that. Our approach removes these barriers by combining innovative technology with community-driven collaboration. We believe no one should be denied the chance to live a full and active life simply because of where they were born or how much they earn.
Our process begins with 3D printing — technologies that allow us to design and produce prosthetics that are affordable, custom-fitted, and easy to replicate. By using open-source designs, we ensure that our solutions can be freely accessed, improved, and adapted by anyone, anywhere. This approach not only drives innovation but also fosters a spirit of shared knowledge and collective progress.
We partner with local hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and universities to build production hubs in the regions we serve. These hubs are more than manufacturing sites — they are learning environments where local engineers, healthcare professionals, and volunteers gain hands-on experience in digital fabrication, design, and prosthetic fitting. In this way, we create sustainable systems that empower communities long after our initial involvement.