Various grasp types as outlined by Yang et al. (2015) [44]. Image sourced from “Grasp Type. Revisited: A Modern Perspective on A Classical Feature for Vision”. The authors obtained the permission to reuse this figure from original authors.

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Shaping the Future of Upper Extremity Prostheses Through 3D Printing

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Apr 2025

Said Dababneh
Nadine Dababneh
Chenrui Xie
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Johnny I Efanov

Introduction: Additive manufacturing has emerged as a promising solution for improving the accessibility and affordability of upper limb prostheses. Despite the growing need, traditional prosthetic devices remain costly and often inaccessible, particularly in underserved regions. This review examines the current landscape of 3D-printed upper limb p...