February 21, 2012 — Patch tests to predict the likelihood of allergic contact dermatitis before the implantation of a prosthetic device are appropriate in cases in which the patient has a history of ...

In a room inside Dankmeyer Prosthetics and Orthotics, employees are making and modifying prosthetic limbs for those who need them. “We’re the interface between the patient and getting their device ...

As realistic as many artificial hands may look, the currently available prosthetics are still much, much stiffer than human skin. Engineers introduce a redesign that’s structured to feel more like ...

Researchers have discovered a new, more accurate diagnostic test to detect infection of prosthetic joints, potentially leading to better treatment options and patient outcomes. While most people who ...

Humotech, a Pittsburgh-based medtech company, is introducing a system that allows amputees to test different prosthetic feet in real-time, helping them make informed decisions before committing to an ...

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) - A Sacramento soldier, who lost his leg in an explosion in Iraq, has been chosen to test the most advanced prosthetic limb ever developed. One step at a time, Max Ramsey is paving ...