Manual Dexterity & EMG Control: Selection Criteria for Advanced Devices

Advanced prosthetic devices promise precise movement, intuitive control, and a level of function that feels close to natural use. Technologies like EMG control and multi-grip hands have changed what is possible for upper limb amputees. Yet these devices do not work on technology alone. They depend heavily on the user’s manual dexterity, muscle control, and […]
Upper-Limb Myoelectric Prosthetics: Ideal Patient Profiles for MDs

Upper-limb loss affects how a person works, communicates, and connects with the world, often more visibly than many other physical injuries. Myoelectric prosthetics offer powerful functional benefits, but they are not right for every patient or at every stage of recovery. For doctors, selecting the ideal candidate requires more than checking muscle signals; it demands […]
Brachial Plexus Injury: When Prosthetics Make Clinical Sense

Brachial plexus injury is a condition that quietly changes lives. It affects how the arm moves, feels, and functions, often without warning. For many people, the journey includes pain, long treatments, slow recovery, and difficult choices. One of those choices is whether a prosthetic limb makes sense at all. This article is written to answer […]
Partial Foot & Toe Amputations: Indications for Prosthesis vs Orthosis

Partial foot and toe amputations are often seen as minor compared to higher-level limb loss, but their impact on walking, balance, and long-term foot health can be significant. Losing even a small part of the foot changes how weight is transferred, how muscles work, and how stable each step feels. This is why deciding between […]
Bilateral Amputees: Selection Criteria and Expected Outcomes for Clinicians

Bilateral amputation changes movement, balance, and independence in ways that go far beyond losing a single limb. For clinicians, selecting the right candidates for bilateral prosthetic rehabilitation requires careful judgment, realistic goal setting, and a deep understanding of both physical and psychological demands. The decisions made early often shape whether a patient regains mobility or […]