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Quantitative functional evaluation of a 3D-printed silicone-embedded prosthesis for partial hand amputation: A case
Pilar Alvial1, Gabriela Bravo2, María Paz Bustos1
1Neuro Rehabilitation Institute, Hospital Clínico Mutual de Seguridad, Santiago, Chile.
Summary
This study demonstrates that 3D printed, silicone-embedded hand prostheses significantly improve function for patients with partial hand amputation. Personalized prosthetics enabled complex tasks previously impossible without aid.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Rehabilitation Technology
- Prosthetics Design
Background:
- 3D printing offers a promising approach for custom prostheses in partial hand amputations.
- Quantitative functional evaluations of 3D printed hand prostheses are lacking in current literature.
