Affordable passive 3D-printed prosthesis for persons with partial hand amputation.

Raghad AlturkistaniKavin ASuresh DevasahayamRaji ThomasEsther L ColombiniCarlos A CifuentesShervanthi Homer-VanniasinkamHelge A WurdemannMehran Moazen

Published in: Prosthetics and orthotics international (2020)

Persons with partial hand amputation in developing countries lack access to affordable functional prostheses, hindering their ability to participate in the community. 3D-printed prostheses can provide a low-cost solution that is adaptable to different amputation configurations.

Keyphrases

lower limb
low cost
peripheral artery disease
healthcare
mental health