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The Prosthetist

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The Prosthetist

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Running Time: 4m 05s
Size: 13.6 MB


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Source: MEDAL QUEST: "The Prosthetist"

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WGBH Educational Foundation

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WGBH Educational Foundation

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BP for Adaptive Technologies

In this MEDAL QUEST video, prosthetist Shane Ryley reveals the special care and technology needed to create the high-performance artificial limbs that have revolutionized sports for athletes with disabilities. Ryley details the process, from fabrication to fit to function and maintenance.

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  • How is a runner’s prosthetic different from an everyday walker’s prosthetic?
  • How does a runner’s prosthetic work?
  • What factors are considered when creating a runner’s prosthetic?
  • What are some of the steps in the process of creating a prosthetic limb?
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