The Upper Limb Library / TMR

Learn more about the options available to people who have experienced an above the elbow amputation or who have a congenital limb difference at this level.

In this article, we offer an introduction to shoulder level amputations and how we are able to fit our patients with prosthetic devices that work for them.

Beyond medication, what can be done to deal with both the physical pain of upper limb amputation and the mental anguish that goes along with limb loss?

There are benefits to receiving a surgery after an amputation has been performed. These surgeries are referred to as “revision” surgeries. Learn more.

How can we work with the physician to help set up the patient for prosthetic success? Our goal is to partner with physicians and come up with a game plan.

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

TMR is a surgical procedure available to upper limb amputees that can help alleviate pain issues and provide better control of a myoelectric prosthesis.

Trauma can cause damage to a nerve resulting in swelling of the nerve or a jumbled overgrowth of nerve cells which is called a neuroma. Learn more.