For my doctoral dissertation, I developed a novel myoelectric control algorithm that allows for continuous control of the hand posture including all necessary postures used in activities of daily ...

A research paper by scientists at The University of Electro-Communications developed a new socket and prosthetic hand control system that does not interfere with the wrist joint motion. This allows ...

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has completed three targeted muscle reinnervation surgeries in the past year for pediatric patients with traumatic upper extremity amputations. The surgeries were ...

MOUNT STERLING, Ohio, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WillowWood Global LLC ("WillowWood"), a leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of prosthetic products, today announced that it has released ...

Viktoriia emphasises that before fitting a myoelectric prosthesis, a team of specialists must examine the amputee's stump and test muscle impulses. If they are insufficient, an individual ...

ASHLAND, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A Virginia woman who lost her hand after she was bitten by a shark is making a remarkable recovery. She now hopes to raise money for a myoelectric prosthetic hand, ...