Mind-Controlled Bionic Legs Restore Natural Gait for Amputees
A new surgical procedure enhances neural feedback from the residual limb, enabling patients to walk more naturally and navigate obstacles more effectively
Dick Traum, 83, Dies; First to Run Marathon With a Prosthetic Leg
His achievement came in the 1976 New York City Marathon. He went on to found a track club for disabled runners and expanded it worldwide.
He Lost His Legs in the War in Ukraine, but Not His Will to Run
Artem Moroz survived an attack on his unit, but he was not sure he would stand again. Then a movie about the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing inspired a new goal.
Ukraine War Amputees Get New Limbs in U.S.
War has forced Ukraine to become skilled at treating amputees, but there are too many for its overtaxed medical workers. Some are finding their way to a prosthetics clinic in…
Hansel Enmanuel Is an Ordinary Player Who’s Anything But
Hansel Enmanuel, who lost his left arm at age 6, doesn’t want sympathy. He just wants to play.
3D Printing Transforms Amputees Into Everyday Heroes – Unite.AI
Traditionally, prosthetic assistive devices have been incredibly expensive … Adjustability is controlled by Open Bionics Boa technology which …
Ukraine War Amputees Find New Limbs, and Hope
It did not take long for amputees to begin coming off the Ukrainian battlefield. Our photographer captured their fight to lead ordinary lives again.
Ukraine Medics Gird for Surge in Amputees
The war in Ukraine is pushing the country to expand its prosthetics industry amid fears of looming shortages.
Jack Newton, Golfer Whose Career Was Ended by an Accident, Dies at 72
He won several tournaments before losing an arm when he walked into the propeller of a small plane. After he recovered, he taught himself to play golf one-handed.
Former Paralympic Coach Comes ‘Full Circle’ After Losing a Leg
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