Proudly serving St Neots, nearby villages, and the wider “needs must” community since 2019

Pathetic Prosthetics

Pre-loved limbs. Sensible prices. Minimal questions.

Welcome to Cambridgeshire’s most unusual mobility supplier. At Pathetic Prosthetics, Dave sources quality second-hand prosthetic limbs and mobility attachments and offers them to the good people of St Neots at prices that won’t cost an arm and a leg.

Whether you need a practical spare, a backup “pub leg”, or simply enjoy the reassuring feeling of browsing a mildly unsettling catalogue, our discreet service is here for you.

House calls available. Van not always marked.

Services Offered

We combine local know-how, flexible sourcing, and only the faintest whiff of improvised inventory management. Every customer receives patient advice, measured assessment, and a clear explanation of what something probably does.

Pre-Loved Limb Sales

Affordable arms, legs, hands, feet, hooks and assorted practical attachments sourced through trusted local channels.

From £35

Budget Fittings & Adjustments

Strap tightening, socket tweaks, angle adjustments and general “give it a once-over” services for everyday use.

From £20

Discreet Home Visits

Dave will attend your home, shed, conservatory or preferred back gate to discuss options in comfort and privacy.

From £15 locally

Event & Occasion Limbs

Need something respectable for a funeral, interview, date night or bowls club presentation? We can help.

Seasonal pricing

Spare Parts Box

Belts, buckles, cosmetic covers, rubber feet, mystery screws and bits Dave is “pretty sure” belong somewhere.

From £3

Trade-In Assessments

Have an old prosthetic gathering dust? Bring it in for appraisal. Clean-ish items preferred, but not required.

Valuation on request

Why choose us? Because the big chains won’t come to your bungalow on a Tuesday evening, but Dave absolutely will.

How It Works

Tell us what you need

Leg, arm, hand, foot, backup option, conversation piece, or “something sturdy with character”.

Dave checks the stock

He’ll inspect the current selection in the unit, the van, and occasionally the side room.

Fitting & trial wobble

We assess comfort, mobility and whether it looks more or less right when viewed from the front.

Leave pleased and slightly baffled

Most customers walk away happier. Some literally.

Customer Testimonials

We could write these ourselves, but thankfully we didn’t have to.

★★★★★

Dave sorted me out with a dependable left leg at a fair price and even threw in a sock. Haven’t looked back since, largely because I’m walking faster.

— Brian, Eynesbury

★★★★★

Needed something smart but affordable for my niece’s wedding. Pathetic Prosthetics found me a tasteful arm with decent cuff lines. Saved the day.

— Sandra, St Neots

★★★★☆

Good service. Slightly odd premises. Tea was strong. Prosthetic foot has held up brilliantly on dog walks and once at a car boot sale.

— Colin, Little Paxton

★★★★★

I rang at half six expecting to leave a message. Dave answered on the second ring and said, “I’ve got just the thing.” That level of confidence is rare nowadays.

— Maureen, Buckden

★★★★★

Excellent value. Honest advice. No nonsense. I bought a backup leg for winter and an emergency arm for gardening. Both have exceeded expectations.

— Trevor, Eaton Socon

★★★★☆

There was a brief mix-up with sizing, but Dave fixed it with remarkable calm and a Stanley knife. I respect a man who can improvise.

— Anonymous, prefers not to say

Why St Neots Trusts Dave

Not every town is lucky enough to have a man with a van, a tape measure, and a broad moral interpretation of “supply chain”. Dave believes mobility should be practical, local and affordable.

  • Friendly, plain-speaking service
  • No fancy showroom overheads
  • Rapid turnaround where stock allows
  • Known to “keep an eye out” for specific requests
  • Strong local reputation among those in the know

Quick Facts

Base: St Neots, Cambridgeshire

Speciality: Affordable second-hand prosthetics

Best seller: General walking leg, medium strap fit

Most requested extra: “One for best”

Parking: Roughly available

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you sell new prosthetics?

No. We specialise in carefully selected pre-owned items with plenty of life left in them and only minor stories attached.

Can I come and browse?

Yes, though appointments are encouraged so Dave can tidy up a bit and put the stronger kettle on.

Do you buy unwanted items?

Absolutely. We consider individual pieces, full sets, odd attachments and legacy stock from estates and clearances.

Can you match a limb to an outfit?

Within reason. Neutral tones are easier. Burgundy is hit and miss.