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Prostheses that replace fingers are typically complex, expensive devices, the cost of which often isn't covered by medical insurance. The student-designed Lunet, on the other hand (no pun intended ...
David Edquilang, a recent University of Houston graduate, is the visionary mind behind an innovative finger prosthesis aptly named Lunet, which has garnered acclaim and recognition worldwide.
A groundbreaking, easy-to-use 3D printable finger prosthesis created by a recent University of Houston graduate could offer amputees a low-cost solution to restore finger functionality.
The Third Thumb is a 3D-printed prosthetic thumb you attach to your hand with two bands. It doesn’t link to your nerves, so don’t worry about having surgery for a sixth finger!
With over 45,000 finger amputations in the U.S. per year, 3D prosthetic fingers have changed the way people with amputations are able to live and prosper.
With their endowed rhythmic nature, HLMAs offer a new paradigm for the fabrication of metallic bionic tissues that may closely mimic or even transcend biotissues in the coming years.
Patients were not keen to wear these larger-sized prostheses. “But this 3D-printed finger prosthesis is lightweight and functional, and patients take to them better,” she added.