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Informational content on prosthetics and orthotics. The content does not replace diagnosis or treatment; applications are carried out in line with a specialist physician's prescription or medical report.
20 informational articles
Arm and Hand Prostheses: An Overview
An informational article on the types, working principles and fitting process of upper limb prostheses.
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What Is Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR)?
Targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) is a surgical technique that enables intuitive prosthetic control through nerve transfer after upper limb amputation.
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Partial Hand and Finger Prostheses
General information on the types and functions of partial hand and finger prostheses, the process of obtaining one and everyday use habits.
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Hand Components
General, neutral information on the hand components used in upper limb prostheses, grip types and myoelectric control.
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Information on Above-Elbow Arm Prostheses
Above-elbow arm prostheses are devices fitted at a level between the elbow and the shoulder that aim to support the functions of daily life.
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What Should We Consider When Choosing Above-Elbow Arm Prostheses?
A general, neutral informational article on the types of above-elbow arm prostheses, selection criteria, the adaptation process and rehabilitation.
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Elbow Joints
General information on the elbow joints used in upper limb prostheses, how they work and their functions in daily life.
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Below-Elbow Prostheses
Below-elbow prostheses aim to support activities of daily living after loss of the forearm and hand. Information on the types and the fitting process.
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Finger Prostheses
Information on finger prostheses: their types, purposes of use and general information on how the suitable device is determined by a physician's assessment.
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Shoulder Disarticulation Prostheses
General information on the types of prostheses used for upper limb loss at shoulder level, how they work and the rehabilitation process.
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Myoelectric Arm Prostheses
Myoelectric arm prostheses are upper limb prostheses controlled by electrical signals produced by the remaining muscles. How they work and the fitting process.
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Myoelectrically Controlled Arm Prostheses
Information on the working principle and fitting process of myoelectrically controlled prostheses for arm and hand loss at the above-elbow level.
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Cosmetic Prostheses
Silicone cosmetic prostheses are custom-made applications, prepared following a physician's assessment, that aim to restore the natural appearance of a missing limb.
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How an Arm Prosthesis Is Fitted
An informative overview of the arm prosthesis fitting process, covering the steps of assessment, measurement, fitting and training in use.
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Benefits of an Arm Prosthesis
Neutral information on the types of arm prostheses, their functional contributions and the fitting process. Fittings are planned in line with a physician's report.
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Upper Limb Prostheses by Amputation Level
General information on upper limb prostheses at the finger, hand, below-elbow, above-elbow and shoulder levels.
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Myoelectric Assessment for Upper Limb Prostheses
General information on myoelectric control in upper limb prostheses, electrode positioning and the EMG biofeedback rehabilitation process.
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Upper Limb Prosthesis Types and the Adaptation Process
General information on the types, main components and adaptation process of upper limb prostheses. Applications are based on a physician's report.
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