Browsing by Author "Mandacina, Steve"

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    Clinical Trials of the new Boston Digital(tm) Arm System
    (2002) Farnsworth, Troy; Limehouse, Bill; Hanson, Bill; Mandacina, Steve
    Microprocessor-based controllers for upper-limb powered prostheses have made significant advances over the past few years. These devices allow prosthetists to evaluate the patient and set-up prosthetic controls to optimize performance for the user. This enables the user to obtain a controller that is customized to suit their specific needs and capabilities. The new Boston Digital(tm) Arm System is the first powered elbow prosthesis to offer this advanced technology. This System serves as a “platform” for upper-limb prosthetic control. With five motor controllers, the Boston Digital Arm System can operate hands grippers, wrist rotators, shoulder lock actuators and more. The System is universal − it works with prosthetic devices from any manufacturer, allowing prosthetist to create the optimal prosthesis for their client.
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    Enhanced Functional Outcomes with Elective UE Amputations
    (2008) Farnsworth, Troy; Lipe, Del; Petersen, Branden; Mandacina, Steve; Ebner, Christopher
    With modern limb salvage procedures, successful reconstruction is not always achieved. This lecture will utilize case presentations to show increased functional benefit in patients who underwent elective amputation surgeries. Neurological damage, severe burn, and brachial plexus injuries are common occurrences that lead to a nonfunctional problematic reconstructed limb. Typically considered failures by the surgical team, potential prosthetic users need to be made aware of the positive benefits of elective surgeries. Preliminary outcomes measures will be presented including South Hampton Hand Test and Functional Capacity Evaluations.
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    Hybrid Approach to Bilateral UE Prosthetic Rehabilitation
    (2002) Farnsworth, Troy; Limehouse, Bill; Mandacina, Steve; Ullendhal, Jack
    Patients with “high” level bilateral upper extremity deficiencies require maximum functional rehabilitation to increase independence and self-care skills. Traditional prosthetic rehabilitation for these individuals utilizes various control mechanisms including body power, electric, and hybrid systems. Rehabilitation teams rarely gain experience with multiple cases using varied control methods. In most cases systems are recommended and fit based on the limited past experiences and training of the rehabilitation team members and the local prosthetist.