Perspectives on the comparative benefits of body-powered and myoelectric upper limb prostheses

Abstract Background Patient access to body-powered and myoelectric upper limb prostheses in the United States is often restricted by a healthcare system that prioritizes prosthesis prescription based on cost and perceived value. Although this system operates on an underlying assumption that design d...

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Main Authors: Susannah M. Engdahl, Michael A. Gonzalez, Christina Lee, Deanna H. Gates
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-08-01
Series:Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12984-024-01436-4