Its plantar/dorsi-flexion range reduces damaging forces on the residual limb and greatly enhances stability on slopes and slippery surfaces. By simply pressing a button the wearer can control ...

The AER pylon takes advantage of independent spring action to provide smooth, stable progression while increasing the axial rotation which minimizes the forces transmitted to the residual limb.

Advocates say it is discrimination and are arguing for "insurance fairness" on the grounds that people who have joints ...

Researchers and companies are developing advanced prosthetics that use AI and machine learning to move like real limbs. These ...

Limb amputation is traumatic and affects quality of life. Lower-limb amputation (above or below the knee) is the most common reason for a person to use a prosthetic limb (customised prosthesis). The ...

The Browns live in Australia; Mandy, however, is a Douglas native whose parents, Mike and Katherine Gaskins, still live here.

Prosthetists are specifically trained to work with prostheses, such as artificial limbs and other body parts. All orthotists and prosthetists must complete a master's degree in orthotics and ...

Only passive prosthetic systems are permitted, as powered prostheses could create an unfair advantage and lead to a technological arms race.4 Athletes with lower-limb impairments competing with ...