3D Printing Revolutionizes Prosthetic Production at CoRSU Hospital

Mr. Collins Olowo, the 3D Lab Manager at CoRSU, presents a Below Knee (BK) socket made with a 3D printer to visitors during an exhibition at the hospital held on August 8, 2025. The innovative prosthetic device, created using advanced additive manufacturing techniques, is part of the hospital’s commitment to leveraging modern technology for patient care. Photo by Paul Adude.

According to Ms. Ndekezi, the adoption of 3D printing technology has led to a remarkable reduction in production time—now taking just one day. In the past, traditional manufacturing methods required up to two weeks to produce the same prosthetic device. With 3D printing, production time has effectively been halved, enabling patients to receive their custom-fitted prostheses much more rapidly and improving their overall rehabilitation experience.