An affordable, AI-assisted, wearable robotic arm? That’s not science fiction – it’s RedSnapper, an open-source prosthesis built by PAC Tech, a team of high school students from Istituto Maria Immacolata in Gorgonzola, Italy. Powered entirely by Arduino boards, their project won the national “Robot Arm Makers” title at the 2025 RomeCup – and we think […] The post Meet the teens behind RedSnapper: a smart Arduino-powered prosthetic arm appeared first on Arduino Blog.| Arduino Blog
A silicone liner that constantly monitors the size and shape of an amputee's residual limb could vastly reduce the blisters, sores, rashes, and other insults caused by ill-fitting sockets.| Amplitude
Lawmakers are getting the message about the budget benefits of prosthetic insurance reform. A new study finds that states could save up to $1 billion by requiring insurers to cover medically necessary prosthetic devices. The post Pennies for Prosthetics: An Update appeared first on Amplitude.| Amplitude
Artificial intelligence has been improving amputees’ lives at least since the C-Leg debuted in the 1990s. But the emergence of ChatGPT and other large-language models (LLMs) has given rise to all sorts of new AI applications. The post Eight New Ways AI Is Shaping the Future of Amputee Care appeared first on Amplitude.| Amplitude
The SPORT Act, introduced by Republican Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, would redefine recreational prosthetic devices as “clinically necessary” for amputee veterans’ physical and mental health. The post New Bill Raises Hope for Amputee Veterans Craving Active Lifestyle appeared first on Amplitude.| Amplitude
Choosing a prosthesis can be maddeningly complex. But a new decision-making aid lets patients and practitioners work together to set priorities and select the most appropriate hardware.| Amplitude
Advanced prosthetics can dramatically improve the quality of life for many patients. Learn all the details about advanced prosthetics from the experts at TSC.| The Surgical Clinic
As artificial limbs become more advanced, branding is becoming almost inescapable.| The Atlantic
April marks a significant period dedicated to enhancing public awareness about limb loss and limb difference. Limb Loss Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by individuals living with limb loss and the remarkable advancements in prosthetics that have transformed lives. This observance also highlights the importance of accessible resources and support| The Latest National Disability News