RESEARCH IN PROSTHETICS

During the past few years, research in prosthetics has paid substantial dividends. Conventional prostheses have been improved both functionally and cosmetically. However, the most significant results have been in the area of externally powered prostheses. It wasn't until after the thalid-omide tragedy that a concerted effort was put forth in Canada to develop methods of supplying external power for prostheses, which would be of benefit to the severely handicapped amputee. At present across Canada, there are four research centres, set up by the Federal Government, work-ing primarily on the development and improvement of prosthetic devices