Upper Limb Prosthetic Outcome Measures

Upper Limb Prosthetic Control

This report documents the progress during the past two semesters of the Masters programme. The research area explored is on Upper limb prosthetic control. It summarizes the literature review and work performed towards two potential research directions. First; A coordinated joint control for upper limb prosthetics is presented. This includes a background of the particular field and preliminary w...

Upper limb prosthetic use in Slovenia.

The article deals with the use of different types of upper limb prostheses in Slovenia. Four hundred and fourteen upper limb amputees were sent a questionnaire on the type of their prosthesis, its use and reasons for non-use, respectively. The replies were subject to statistical analysis. Most of the questioned upper limb amputees (70%) wear a prosthesis only for cosmesis. The use of a prosthes...

The prosthetic treatment of upper limb deficiency.

The provision of prostheses for children with upper limb deficiency starts at an early age. The roles of the occupational therapist and prosthetist in this programme are described. Casting and fitting techniques applicable to transverse forearm loss and aspects of myoelectric hand prostheses are included. An outline of training methods as related to both parent and child is explained. Higher le...

Myoelectric Prosthetic Components for the Upper Limb

When Policy Topic is covered Myoelectric upper limb prosthetic components may be considered medically necessary when the following conditions are met:  The patient has an amputation or missing limb at the wrist or above (forearm, elbow, etc.); AND  Standard body-powered prosthetic devices cannot be used or are insufficient to meet the functional needs of the individual in performing activitie...

Upper Limb Prosthetic Management Hybrid Design Approaches