The Upper Limb Library / Activities of Daily Living

A dressing tree is a term that indicates a system of hooks and pegs that can help people put on and take off their prostheses without the help of others.

They are experienced, they are rare, and they are passionate about the work they do to help people with upper limb differences thrive!

As technology in the prosthetic industry advances, more and better choices for individuals with a through the palm limb difference have come on the market.

A prosthetic elbow makes it easier for them to do their daily activities since the purpose of the elbow is to pre-position the terminal device in space.

With some special tools, a little forethought and the use of assistive materials such as Dycem®, the kitchen can become easier to navigate.

In this article, we’ll talk about unique clothing options that help people with an upper limb difference get dressed with ease.

The loss of both upper limbs doesn’t mean a lifetime of having to constantly rely on other people. Learn about our patients who have found independence.

Modifying a home after bilateral upper limb loss can seem daunting. Check out these different factors to consider.

We're tackling some of the most common nighttime and morning routines and how best to navigate them both with and without an upper limb prosthesis.

Having an on-site therapist means they are always going to be there, during every appointment with each patient. No need to schedule therapy elsewhere.