Upper Limb Prosthetics eMedicine PMR

Description: A prosthesis is a device that is designed to replace, as much as possible, the function or appearance of a missing limb or body part. An orthosis is a device that is designed to support, supplement, or augment the function of an existing limb or body part.
Synonyms and related keywords: upper limb prosthetics, upper extremity prostheses, prosthesis, upper-extremity prosthesis, upper-limb prosthesis, amputation, arm amputation, upper limb amputation, upper extremity amputation, myoelectric prosthesis, body-powered prosthesis, above-elbow prosthesis, below-elbow prosthesis
Kelly et al 2007