Tag: prosthetic leg
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These Ingenious prostheses From 19th century helped 15,000 People Regain Mobility
Over the years, the design and manufacturing of the prosthetics for the handicapped have considerably evolved. James Gillingham, a simple shoemaker, is regarded a pioneer in this field. He started manufacturing prostheses in the nineteenth century. In addition to that, he photographed his patients and these photographs were published in medical journals to help surgeons.…
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An Artificial Prosthesis For An Alligator
Here is Mister Stubbs. This is the first alligator of its kind to receive a prosthesis. His tail was torn while fighting with another fellow alligator. Since this accident his life had been confined outside the water. However, Mr. Stubbs has again regained the pleasures of swimming and water. A company called Herpetological in Phoenix has developed this…