dc.contributor.author |
Lipschutz, Robert D. |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2011-10-04T16:09:19Z |
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dc.date.available |
2011-10-04T16:09:19Z |
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dc.date.issued |
1999 |
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dc.identifier.citation |
From "MEC 99," Proceedings of the 1999 MyoElectric Controls/Powered Prosthetics Symposium
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada: August, 1999. Copyright University of New Brunswick.
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dc.identifier.uri |
https://hdl.handle.net/10161/4915 |
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dc.description.abstract |
Fitting of individuals with forequarter amputations is often a challenging and fruitless
effort. In order to provide optimum function for the patient, it is necessary to fit
these individuals with either externally powered prostheses or hybrid prosthetic designs.
These prostheses are often times heavy and bulky and are not accepted by the patients
for full time wear. There exists another population of individuals with forequarter
amputations that are more interested in the cosmetic restoration of the prosthesis
rather than its functional capabilities. Passive prostheses are typically fabricated
for these patients in order to fulfill their particular desire. In an effort to increase
acceptance and wearing time, the prosthetic design being discussed in this paper is
an attempt to meet both criteria: provide function and acceptable cosmetics. By utilizing
existing components, this prosthetic design enables the user to readily switch from
a heavier, externally poweted prosthesis to a lightweight, passive prosthesis.
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dc.publisher |
Myoelectric Symposium |
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dc.title |
Forequarter Prosthesis With Interchangeable Elbow, Forearm, And Hand |
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