The Upper Limb Library

More flexible, feels lighter, less heat build-up, heals scars, promotes new skin growth ... there are many reasons why silicone sockets increase wear time.

Myoelectric prostheses use batteries and are ultimately controlled by input from electrical signals generated by muscles in the residual limb.

People who are engaged in manual labor at their work or around their home may favor the durability and function of body-powered prostheses.

Donning and doffing are the words used to describe the process of putting on (donning) and the process of taking off (doffing) a prosthetic device.