by Amber Henson, on Nov 14, 2023
After an amputation, many people have the same question: “Will my life look like it did before?” Michael was able to get back to his hobby, playing pool.
by Amber Henson, on Jun 27, 2023
Our patient Darren was born with a arteriovenous malformation in his hand which caused him pain. It led him to choose an elective amputation.
by Amber Henson, on May 23, 2023
In this article, we’ll be exploring how you can use your prosthesis to help with standard housekeeping tasks and how to keep your device safe.
by Amber Henson, on May 9, 2023
Not all prosthetic terminal devices can handle water, but some can. There are even some that are built for water. If you’ll pardon the pun, let’s dive in!
by Amber Henson, on May 2, 2023
Learn about the types of prostheses and rehabilitative care that can help people get back into construction work or start a new job.
by Amber Henson, on Mar 7, 2023
Some terminal devices function just fine in any type of weather, but myoelectric devices have some extreme temperature considerations. Learn more.
by Amber Henson, on Nov 29, 2022
We help many of our patients return to work. Sometimes, depending on their job and the amputation, they may be required to transition to a different role.
by Amber Henson, on Jun 28, 2022
Like the ETD, Electronic Terminal Device, the ETD2 is rugged and water resistant, but comes in a modified, shorter design.
by Amber Henson, on Jan 18, 2021
Myoelectric prostheses use batteries and are ultimately controlled by input from electrical signals generated by muscles in the residual limb.
by Amber Henson, on Nov 30, 2020
An electric terminal device (ETD) is a catchall name for a hook type of prosthesis that opens and closes. They are are rugged and usually water resistant.
The Arm Dynamics team is made up of the most experienced upper limb prosthetic care providers in the world. Our Upper Limb Library is our community space for articles for and by those with an upper limb difference. Read on to learn all about issues that affect those who have had an amputation, and be sure to leave a comment letting us know what topic you’d like to know more about!
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