Above Elbow Conventional Prosthesis
Above elbow conventional prosthesis.
The Prosthesis
is suspended and controlled by a northwestern ring harness. Elbow
function is controlled by a anterior elbow lock cable attached to
the harness. Forearm rotation is set manually through elbow turntable. The terminal device is controlled by a posterior cable
attached to the chest harness. Opening terminal device is achieved by shoulder excursion or reaching forward with prosthesis. Terminal device may be replaced with
with voluntary opening hand and cosmetic glove. For more options
and in depth instructions on this prosthesis contact the
Rehab Indy Staff.
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