With prosthetic limbs designed to look like a human foot, wearing a shoe is no problem. But the unique shape of those carbon fibre prosthetic blades worn by athletes obviously can’t accommodate a traditional shoe, so Nike invented a new one. More »
Advances in modern prosthetic technology are quickly redefining what constitutes a “disability”. Our friends at Oobject have compiled nine of the latest cutting-edge limb replacements in existence. More »
The Pentagon’s already got brain-controlled prosthetics, and they are a major improvement over old-school artificial limbs. The devices are far from perfect, however. They rely on metal implants, which aren’t compatible with the body’s tissues, and they can only transmit a few signals at a time — turning what should be a simple movement into a Herculean task. More »
Using rapid prototyping techniques like 3D scanners and printers, Scott Summit’s company brings self-esteem back to those who’ve suffered a limb loss with custom-designed coverings that turn prosthetics into stunning pieces of art. More »
We’ve built wheelchairs for people who cannot move their hands, but many of these required the ability to turn the head, which not everyone can do. This design only requires control of the facial muscles, and it makes me flex my smile. More »
Chloe Holmes, now 15, heartbreakingly lost most of her fingers when she was a mere toddler after suffering from septicaemia due to chickenpox. She’s been without a usable hand since then. Thankfully though, she’s been outfitted with a bionic hand to help her out. More »
