Smartphone-Controlled Prosthetics: How an Odesa Center Is Helping Veterans Reclaim Their Lives.

Prosthetics Center in Odesa

According to UATV: A pioneering prosthetics center in Odesa is equipping war veterans with advanced artificial limbs that can be operated via smartphone. This cutting-edge approach enables soldiers who sustained injuries in combat to regain mobility and return to everyday life. Thanks to state-funded programs, all prosthetic fittings at the facility are provided at no cost, ensuring accessibility for every veteran in need.

Among the beneficiaries is 30-year-old Oleksandr Serzhantskyi, originally from Lysychansk in the Luhansk region. He signed a military contract in January 2025 and was wounded during a battle on the Kharkiv front. Now, Oleksandr undergoes six training sessions per week with his prosthetics, demonstrating his determination to adapt and recover.

“We were crossing open ground when an enemy drone spotted us. A mortar attack began—the first shell missed, but the second landed just a meter away from me. As a result, I lost both legs,” recalls Oleksandr Serzhantskyi of the tragic event.

Another veteran, Viacheslav Blashchuk, was injured in 2023 and is also undergoing rehabilitation at the Odesa prosthetics center.

“We were at our position and already pulling out when they started shelling us. First from a tank, then with mortars,” Viacheslav recounts the circumstances of his injury.

Both veterans are receiving highly functional prosthetics that are helping them transition back to an active lifestyle.

Advances in Prosthetics Development

The Odesa center has become a cornerstone of the veteran rehabilitation system. Following 2022, the surge in combat-related injuries has driven rapid growth in the prosthetics field. Tetiana Rypka, a specialist at the center, explains: “Prosthetics are provided free of charge through state programs. After 2022, the cases are mostly combat injuries involving active young people who want high-functioning limbs. Before that, prosthetics were simpler and mechanical, but since 2022 the field has expanded and evolved at a remarkable pace.”

This progress marks a critical step in supporting veterans as they strive to resume normal lives after severe trauma.

The Odesa prosthetics center highlights Ukraine’s broader efforts to assist those affected by war. By offering modern, free-of-charge prosthetic solutions, the state is helping military personnel adapt to new circumstances. Through innovative technology, veterans are regaining the ability to lead active lives—boosting both their psychological well-being and social reintegration.