This is a brief post on activity- specific prosthetics. There has been much controversy on the timing and appropriate use of prosthetics in kids. I have previously blogged about this several times as can be seen HERE. I really appreciate activity specific prosthetics. The child is engaged in the process based on a demonstrated interest and the specially […]
Category: Prosthetics
Only a thumb. Amazing outcome!
A child with a single digit may have one of two primary diagnoses. If there is a single digit– most resembling a little finger, the diagnosis is likely ulnar deficiency– most resembling a thumb, the diagnosis is symbrachydactyly Other diagnoses affecting the fingers include amniotic band syndrome which typically affects the central digits and causes […]
Myoelectric Prosthetic Training for Kids
It seems clear to me that 3D printed myoelectric prostheses are the future for upper extremity prosthetics in all age group but especially for kids. These prosthetics can be customized, are developed/ fabricated quickly, can be replaced for a low price, and have so much potential. I am hoping and expecting real progress over the […]
First Pitch World Series
Hailey Dawson has been in the news over the last few months as she seeks to throw the first pitch in all the Major League Ballparks. Well, she took a big step tonight on the biggest stage- the World Series! World Series Story. What a great story which helps to raise awareness of birth differences of […]
3D Printed Prosthetic Design
The 3D printed prosthetic( 3DPP) has captured the attention and the imagination of both the general public and the parents of kids with birth and acquired limb loss. In my opinion, the public envisions the 3D printed prosthetic (3DPP) as a futuristic solution which will eventually become completely life- like. The parent sees it as a practical, […]
Prosthetics: 3D Printed vs Task Designed
The Shriners Hospitals have long been known for Prosthetics. Each hospital in the system has expertise for both upper and lower extremity prosthetics. As I have mentioned in previous blog POSTS, there is a great deal of new, exciting progress in the field. We continue to work here at the Shriners Hospital in St Louis and St […]
3D Progress
I have posted several times previously on our work with 3D Printed Prosthetics, the posts are compiled here. Sydney is one of our patients who has been a big part of this process. She recently received the latest prosthetic version, a 3D Printed, Myoelectric device and fabricated for about $110. Today, there was a great deal […]