Individualizing goals for users of externally powered partial handprostheses

摘要

Based on recent advances in prosthetic technologyavailable for individuals with partial hand loss or deficiency,research is needed to best ensure the acceptance of thesedevices. Additionally, this population is subjected to higherrisks of overuse syndromes. With improved technologicaladvances in prosthetic devices, clients can engage in morecomplex activities with less compensation. The purpose of thisstudy was to describe the tasks identified as both difficult andimportant to individuals with partial hand loss. Recommendationswill be provided regarding matching users’ individualizedgoals with considerations in prosthetic design, functionaltraining, programming, and adaptive equipment.