limb prostheses can be categorized in three main categories: Passive devices, Body Powered devices, Externally Powered (myoelectric) devices. Passive devices can either be passive hands, mainly used for cosmetic purpose, or passive tools, mainly used for specific activities (e.g. leisure or vocational). An extensive
-
-
Text X Prosthetics
Category: Platforms & AggregatorsIn medicine, a prosthesis (plural: prostheses; from Ancient Greek prosthesis, “addition, application, attachment”[1]) is an artificial device that replaces a missing body part, which may be lost through trauma, disease, or congenital conditions. Prosthetics are intended to restore the normal functions of the missing body part
-
The World Bank
Category: Personalized HealthThrough the XL Africa business acceleration program the World Bank will help 20 top and high growth African digital start-ups attract early stage capital between $250,000 and $1.5 million, while also helping them with access to networks, mentoring and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. The program will cover Sub Saharan Read more [...]