A female Swedish patient with hand amputation has become the first recipient of an osseo-neuromuscular implant to control a dexterous hand prosthesis. ... Continue reading
Researchershave developed an intelligent system for "tuning" powered prosthetic knees, allowing patients to walk comfortably with the prosthetic device in minutes.... Continue reading
A new artificial joint restores important wrist-like movements to forearm amputees, something which could dramatically improve their quality of life. ... Continue reading
"A prosthetic limb can be a highly personal treatment for a patient. We want patients to have access to artificial limbs that they will actually use."... Continue reading
Scientists have developed a miniaturized electronic platform for the stimulation and recording of peripheral nerve fibers-on-a-chip. By modulating and rapidly recording nerve activity with a high signal-to-noise ratio, the platform paves the way to using chips to improve neuroprosthetic designs. ... Continue reading
Enginners have developed 3D printed assistive technology that can track and store their use — without using batteries or electronics.... Continue reading
Engineers have developed a new seat cushion for wheelchairs that works in a smart way to prevent the development of pressure ulcers. ... Continue reading
AT&T Foundry has been partnering with Hanger Inc., orthotic and prosthetic patient services and solutions, to integrate sensors into their products. ... Continue reading
Getting a better grip on things: The MoreGrasp Horizon2020 research project is coming to an end with significant results in the field of thought-controlled grasp neuroprosthetics. A large-scale feasibility study is underway.... Continue reading
Combining virtual reality and artificial tactile sensations, two amputees feel as though their prosthetic hand belongs to their own body. Moreover, the scientists show that the phantom limb actually grows into the prosthetic hand.... Continue reading
Researchers from the University of Salford have used electronic sensors to show that people with artificial arms and hands are doing damage to their intact limbs.... Continue reading
Researchers are developing a simple retinal prosthesis that could restore sight to blind people. Fabricated using cheap and widely-available organic pigments used in printing inks and cosmetics, it consists of tiny pixels like a digital camera sensor on a nanometric scale.... Continue reading
Scientists have used machine learning to improve the performance of prosthetic hands. The researchers said the findings, could spark a "new generation of prosthetic limbs.... Continue reading
Amputees use new, naturalistic sensory device at home for daily tasks, gain greater sense of personal well-being and connection to loved ones.... Continue reading