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A new prosthesis for the upper limb
D W Lamb1, T D Dick, W B Douglas
1Bio-Engineering Centre, Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital, Edinburgh, Scotland.
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British Volume
|January 1, 1988
Summary
A new body-powered upper limb prosthesis, the Princess Margaret Rose (PMR) prosthesis, offers a cosmetic, functioning hand. Clinical results in 15 patients show its effectiveness after above-elbow amputation.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Traditional upper limb prostheses often lack cosmetic appeal and functional integration.
- Above-elbow amputations present unique challenges for prosthetic restoration.
- The need for advanced prosthetic solutions that combine aesthetics and functionality is critical.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and describe the development of the Princess Margaret Rose (PMR) prosthesis.
- To highlight the features and advantages of this novel body-powered upper limb prosthesis.
- To present clinical outcomes of patients fitted with the PMR prosthesis.
Main Methods:
- Development of a body-powered upper limb prosthesis with a cosmetic, functioning hand.
- Clinical fitting and evaluation of the PMR prosthesis in patients with above-elbow amputations.
- Assessment of features, advantages, and patient outcomes.
Main Results:
- Successful development of the PMR prosthesis integrating cosmetic appearance with functional capabilities.
- Positive clinical results observed in 15 patients following above-elbow amputation.
- Demonstrated advantages of the new prosthetic design in patient application.
Conclusions:
- The Princess Margaret Rose (PMR) prosthesis represents a significant advancement in body-powered upper limb prosthetic technology.
- The device offers a viable solution for above-elbow amputees seeking both aesthetic and functional restoration.
- Further research and application of the PMR prosthesis are warranted.