The Kabod

Article Title

Introduction to Prosthetic Limbs

Authors

Victoria Ramos, Liberty UniversityFollow

Abstract

Approximately 2 million people in the Unites States alone have had an amputation, and many of these people use a prosthetic limb daily. The prosthetic limb, which began as a primitive device, is now a highly sophisticated piece of technology. It is because of many devoted scientists that we now have access to this life-transforming device. There are many causes for amputation; a few causes included disease, accidents, and congenital conditions. Although missing a limb can be life-altering, health care teams consisting of physicians, physical therapists, and orthotists are dedicated to helping people return to everyday activities and to excel in their pursuits.

Recommended Citations

MLA:

Ramos, Victoria "Introduction to Prosthetic Limbs," The Kabod 2. 1 (2015) Article 1.
Liberty University Digital Commons. Web. [xx Month xxxx].

APA:

Ramos, Victoria (2015) "Introduction to Prosthetic Limbs" The Kabod 2( 1 (2015)), Article 1. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/kabod/vol2/iss1/1

Turabian:

Ramos, Victoria "Introduction to Prosthetic Limbs" The Kabod 2 , no. 1 2015 (2015) Accessed [Month x, xxxx]. Liberty University Digital Commons.