The Upper Limb Library / Prosthetic Device Issues

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.

Pain is a common experience after an upper limb amputation, but there are some initial steps you can take to help you manage and decrease your pain.

The pain that you may be feeling after your amputation may not be phantom limb pain at all. In this article, we discuss reasons for pain, and how to mitigate pain.

Arm Dynamics has actually been giving video appointments for years — so we have a lot of experience with communicating all the information you need to know via a video chat.

For those who choose to get a prosthetic device, how much they actually wear it varies widely from one person to the next. Here are some reasons why.

While sockets are usually made from thermoplastics, silicone provides a light, cushioning socket that helps increase wear-time and control of a prosthesis.

Many of our patients say that getting the right prosthesis and learning how to use it is what enabled them to go back to work.

Dealing with the sweat that can build up inside your prosthetic device is not fun. But there can be ways to combat the issue.