The full-scale war in Ukraine has led to an unprecedented increase in the number of people requiring prosthetics. Since 2022, tens of thousands of Ukrainians, mostly servicemen, have undergone amputations of varying complexity — primarily lower limbs — caused by mine-blast injuries, artillery shelling, and missile strikes.
Thus, the Government of Iceland, together with EMBLA MEDICAL HF, has provided a grant of a total of USD 11.6 million for prosthetics for Ukrainians, military personnel, and civilians, with 33% funded by the Government of Iceland.
The Future for Ukraine Foundation and Medical Center Orthotics & Prosthetics (MCOP) Ukraine, as the prosthetic provider in Ukraine, is implementing the grant project.
Project purpose
To provide high-functioning prosthetics to 1000 Ukrainians with lower limb loss over the next three years.
The goal of the project “Iceland Supports Mobility in Ukraine” is to restore mobility, dignity, and independence of Ukrainian citizens with amputations by providing modern prosthetics, rehabilitation, and gait training, enabling them to return to active life in their communities, as well as strengthening Ukraine’s prosthetic sector by applying international expertise.
Project duration: from Q4 2025 to Q3 2028.
Who can receive prosthetics under the project?
Ukrainian citizens with lower limb amputations resulting from hostilities, shelling, mine-blast injuries, or other factors directly related to the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation in Ukraine (starting from February 24, 2022).
Primary prosthetics are provided to candidates who have medical indications for primary prosthetic fitting, confirmed by a specialist (stump readiness for prosthetics, stable postoperative condition).
Secondary prosthetics may be provided in case of reasonable need if at least one of the following criteria is met:
1. Technical unsuitability of the prosthesis.
Existing socket or components are unfit for use for the following reason:
- do not meet anatomical and physiological dimensions;
- do not fix properly;
- cannot be repaired or corrected.
2. Chronic discomfort and limited activity.
The candidate does not use the prosthesis for more than 50% of active time due to discomfort/pain/skin irritation/skin damage, instability, or falling risks.
3. Functional characteristics of components do not meet current needs.
Replacement is justified if components do not meet the actual activity level and anthropometric parameters, resulting in an inability or limited possibility to use the prosthesis, including:
- use of a foot that does not meet the user’s required activity level;
- use of a foot that does not meet the user’s weight category;
- use of a knee module that does not meet the actual activity level,
with creating injury risks, reducing safety, and limiting social or professional reintegration.
How to apply?
If your case meets the selection criteria for patient participation under the grant program, you can apply.
To submit an application or if you have any questions, contact us at: [email protected].
Please note that FUTURE FOR UKRAINE does not cover any participant expenses, including logistics (travel costs), accommodation, food, etc., during participation in the project.
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About the Prosthetics of Ukrainians program by Future for Ukraine Foundation
Future for Ukraine provides high-tech prosthetics and adaptation support for Ukrainians who lost limbs as a result of russian military aggression. Since the launch of the program, more than 90 Ukrainian defenders with complex and multiple amputations have received state-of-the-art prosthetics and qualified adaptation support.
The foundation not only provides prosthetics and recovery assistance but also engages in advocacy and contributes to the development of the prosthetic sector in Ukraine.
Within the “Prosthetics of Ukrainians” program, the foundation conducts professional practical training for Ukrainian specialists. Together with the BetterMe team, Esper Bionics prosthetic manufacturer, and MCOP clinical director Farhad Ostovari, the foundation launched a free training program for people with limb loss.
Additionally, FFU has organized the “Go to the Future” charity run for two consecutive years to support people with amputations, gathering more than 1500 participants united by a common goal. More information on the foundation’s initiatives is on our website.
About MCOP
MCOP has been providing high-tech prosthetics and adaptation programs for over 20 years, helping people with limb loss regain movement, confidence, and support in life after amputation. Since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine, MCOP has provided prosthetics and rehabilitation at its US centers for nearly 100 Ukrainian defenders with complex amputations.
In 2025, MCOP began operating in Ukraine. Thanks to MCOP specialists, Ukrainian veterans have been able to return to daily life, hobbies, employment, and start a family.
In addition to prosthetics and recovery, MCOP Ukraine holds monthly free support groups for veterans with limb loss, including lectures and some sports activities.
