Lower limb prosthetic sockets could soon be printed in remote locations and even in users' homes, thanks to a groundbreaking process developed by manufacturing experts at Loughborough University. Dr ...

In both upper and lower extremity prosthetics, the socket is always the most important part of the prosthesis. If the socket doesn't fit right or feels uncomfortable, the other components of the ...

An area company is harnessing the power of additive manufacturing to change patients’ lives for the better, while building the tools to help others do the same. Visit the home of Dayton Artificial ...

Summary: Rising incidence of limb loss due to trauma, diabetes, and vascular diseases, growing adoption of advanced prosthetic technologies, and increasing demand for lightweight, customizable ...

The field of prosthetic limb suspension is continually evolving with a focus on optimising the interface between the residual limb and the prosthetic socket, thereby enhancing comfort, functionality ...

Researchers have developed a new, data-driven way of fitting prosthetic legs which could lead to better fitting prosthetics, in less time and at a lower cost. The technology has been developed by ...