Source: Protosthetics Official Blog

In a significant advancement for the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) industry, Protosthetics has officially launched Galileo O&P—an expanded digital fabrication program that brings high-speed, cost-effective, in-clinic 3D printing to both orthotic and prosthetic devices. Building on the success of its original Galileo platform (introduced in 2021), the new system aims to help O&P clinics reduce reliance on expensive central fabrication labs or labor-intensive in-house processes while delivering faster turnaround times and improved patient outcomes.

Since its debut, the Galileo program has enabled hundreds of clinicians to produce over 30,000 unique 3D-printed products directly in their clinics. While it has already transformed prosthetic socket fabrication, Protosthetics recognized that orthotics represent a high-volume, high-margin challenge for many practices—often involving slow external orders or physically demanding manual labor.

“Today, we move beyond the socket,” the company states. Galileo O&P extends the same proven benefits of in-clinic 3D printing to orthotics, allowing clinics to operate more efficiently and serve patients better.

Galileo O&P significantly broadens the range of fully custom, on-site printable devices:

Orthotic Devices

• AFOs (Ankle Foot Orthoses): Custom-contoured for optimal support and comfort, including articulated options.
• FOs (Foot Orthotics): Fully custom functional and accommodative inserts printed with precise stiffness and flexibility tailored to the patient’s pathology.

Prosthetic Devices

• Check Sockets: Diagnostic sockets for below-knee, above-knee, and upper extremity applications to verify fit before final fabrication.
• Prosthetic Covers: Durable, custom below-knee and above-knee fairings that protect components and restore anatomical shape.
• Flexible Interfaces: Precisely printed inner liners that replicate the diagnostic socket’s inner shape for BK and AK fittings.

At the core of Galileo O&P is upgraded hardware engineered specifically for O&P demands:

• Dual Extruders: Enable multi-material printing or dedicated support structures in a single job—ideal for complex geometries and smoother surface finishes.
• Larger Print Volume: Up to 43 inches (109 cm) in circumference and 23 inches (58 cm) in height, accommodating a wider variety of patient devices.
• Built-in Filament Dehydrator: Maintains optimal material moisture levels to prevent printing failures and ensure consistent strength and reliability.
• Quick Motion System: Reduces print times by up to 20%, even for larger or more intricate parts, helping busy clinics meet tight delivery schedules.

The complete package combines robust hardware, software infrastructure, design services, and ongoing support under one roof—eliminating the typical headaches of adopting new 3D printing technology.

Subscription Model Removes Barriers to Entry

Galileo O&P operates on a monthly design and leasing model, eliminating large upfront hardware costs and steep learning curves. Clinics gain immediate access to print-ready workflows from day one, making advanced in-house fabrication accessible to both large and small practices.

If you are interested

Protosthetics is offering a free custom patient sample and full system overview to qualified clinics so they can experience the quality and ease of Galileo O&P firsthand.

Clinics interested in modernizing their fabrication process can visit Protosthetics.com or contact the team directly through the Galileo program page.

About Protosthetics
Protosthetics specializes in managed in-clinic 3D printing solutions for the O&P industry, helping clinicians reclaim time, reduce physical strain, and deliver faster, higher-quality devices to patients.