UPPER LIMB PROSTHETICS-MYOELECTRIC VS. BODY-POWERED

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SUMMARY

BODY-POWERED DEVICES
1. Advantages: less expensive, lighter, more durable, easier to repair, higher sensory feedback.
2. Disadvantages: mechanical appearance, difficult to use for some people, dependent on motor strength.

MYOELECTRIC DEVICES

3. Advantages: better cosmesis, less harnessing, stronger grasp force.
4. Disadvantages: more expensive, heavier, decreased durability due to electronic components and the need for daily recharging.


Reference(s)

Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.

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