Hand prosthetics, DHA Karachi
Artificial hands that look like your own
For many people the first wish is simply to stop being stared at. We cast your other hand and the stump, match the skin tone as closely as we can in daylight, and make a silicone hand that slips on and looks natural at work and at family gatherings.
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Clinically reviewed by Ummad Shafique Mughal, Consultant Orthotist and ProsthetistUpdated 6 October 2026
Artificial hands
What an artificial hand can be
An artificial hand replaces a hand lost at the wrist, or most of a hand. It can be a passive silicone hand that looks natural and helps you hold and steady things, or a working hand on a below elbow arm that opens and closes.
Silicone hands start from Rs 50,000 for a stock hand with a matched glove, and from about Rs 150,000 for a custom hand cast from your own. Most are ready in two or three visits.
Is it for you
Who a silicone hand suits
A silicone hand is about appearance and light help. It is not a tool for heavy work.
A good choice if
- Appearance matters mostAt work, in photos, at weddings: a natural hand draws no attention.
- You want light helpHolding paper, steadying a bag, resting on a table.
- You dislike harnessesA slip-on hand needs no straps or cables.
- You want something quickSilicone hands are ready faster than full arms.
Think about other options if
- You need a strong gripA body-powered hook or myoelectric hand does far more.
- You work with heat or oilSilicone stains and can be damaged by heat and solvents.
- The wrist stump is very shortA socket on the forearm may hold better than a slip-on hand.
The options
Kinds of artificial hand we make
The closer the match to your other hand, the more work goes into colour and casting.
A ready-made hand in the nearest size, with a glove coloured to suit you.
From Rs 50,000Cast from your other hand and coloured by eye in daylight for a close match.
From about Rs 150,000A hand that opens and closes, on a below elbow socket.
See below elbow armsA powered hand moved by your forearm muscles.
See myoelectric armsA soft inner layer or small socket so the hand stays on comfortably.
Shaped to your stumpMild cleanser and advice to keep the silicone clean and the colour true.
Part of the fitting
Prices for 2026
What an artificial hand costs
Indicative ranges. Custom colour work and nails add to the time and the price.
| Build | What you get | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Stock silicone hand | Nearest-size hand with a matched glove and a simple fitting. | Rs 50,000 to 150,000 |
| Custom silicone hand | Cast from your own hand, coloured to match, with nails and creases. | Rs 150,000 to 450,000 |
| Working or powered hand | Fitted on a below elbow arm; priced on those pages. | From Rs 140,000 |
A custom hand usually needs one extra visit for colour matching in daylight. See every level in the price guide.
Your visits
How a silicone hand is made
Usually two or three visits, a few weeks apart.
- First call and photosPhotos of both hands in daylight help us plan.
Day 1
- Assessment and castsWe cast the stump and your other hand.
Week 1
- Colour matchingColours mixed and checked against your skin in daylight.
Weeks 1 to 2
- Making the handSilicone layers built up, with nails and creases for custom hands.
Weeks 2 to 3
- FittingThe hand is fitted, trimmed and checked for comfort.
Week 3
- Follow-upFit and colour checked after a few weeks of wear.
Weeks 4 to 8
Skin tone changes a little between summer and winter; we match to your usual colour.
Making the hand
From cast to finished hand
Daily life
Living with a silicone hand
A few habits keep the hand looking natural for longer.
Wash with mild soap and water and dry well; avoid ink, newsprint and dyed fabrics that stain.
Silicone can be washed, so many users keep the hand on. Dry it well afterwards.
Keep it away from stoves, irons and hot car dashboards.
Silicone hands usually look their best for a few years with normal care.
See your doctor first if
- The wound is open, weeping or smells
- There is redness, heat or swelling at the wrist
- You have a fever or feel unwell
- You have new burning pain or numbness in the stump
- The scar is tender and breaks down easily
Once the skin is healed and your doctor is happy, we can cast for the hand.
Questions
Artificial hand questions
Ask anything else on WhatsApp or call +92 337 8414002, day or night.
How much does an artificial hand cost in Pakistan?
A stock silicone hand starts from Rs 50,000. A custom silicone hand cast from your own hand and coloured to match usually costs Rs 150,000 to 450,000.
Can an artificial hand move?
A silicone hand does not move on its own. Working hands that open and close are fitted on a below elbow arm, either body-powered or myoelectric.
How close will the colour match be?
We mix and check colours against your skin in daylight. Custom hands match very closely; stock hands are matched to the nearest shade.
How long does a silicone hand last?
Usually a few years with normal care. Stains, heat and sharp edges shorten its life.
Can I wear rings or a watch?
Yes, light jewellery is fine. Avoid tight bands that dig into the silicone for long periods.
Is it comfortable in summer?
Silicone can feel warm. Take it off for short breaks and keep the skin underneath clean and dry.
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Send us photos of both hands
Clear daylight photos on WhatsApp help us suggest the right hand and the likely price.