by Amber Henson, on Oct 5, 2021
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.
by Amber Henson, on Aug 3, 2021
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.
by Amber Henson, on Jul 27, 2021
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?
by Amber Henson, on Jul 20, 2021
There are benefits to receiving a surgery after an amputation has been performed. These surgeries are referred to as “revision” surgeries. Learn more.
by Amber Henson, on May 11, 2021
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.
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 Jennifer Peterson MA, PT, on Sep 28, 2020
TMR is a surgical procedure available to upper limb amputees that can help alleviate pain issues and provide better control of a myoelectric prosthesis.
by Jennifer Peterson MA, PT, on Jun 22, 2020
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.
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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