The Upper Limb Library / Socket

Wrist disarticulation is the medical term that’s used when the structures of the hand are absent due to a congenital limb difference or an amputation.

You should always be able to don your prosthesis knowing it’s going to be comfortable and give you the support you need to get through your tasks.

Our technicians and prosthetic assistants have years of specialization in upper limb prosthetic fittings. They are the magicians who make devices.

At each Arm Dynamics center, our clinical therapy specialists work with our patients to learn to use their device so it functions exactly how they want.

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

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.

You may be excited about your new prosthesis, but it's important to take time for your residual limb to adjust. Here we offer a suggested wear schedule.

Daily care and cleansing are essential to maintaining healthy skin, especially when that skin is in contact with a prosthetic liner or socket all day.

By taking care of your device with the few simple steps in this article, your prosthesis will work better and last longer.

What can you do to get more wear time out of your device each day? In this article, we explore three ways: fit, silicone and the BOA system.