Poster Session
Issue Date: July 2017
Published Online: July 01, 2017
Updated: April 30, 2020
The Functionality of the Biomechanical Prosthetic Finger When Compared to Standardized and Nonstandardized Assessments
Susan Denham, EdD, OTR/L, CHT; Taylor Hawkins; Kelsey Johnson; Jenna Rhoads; Sara Sims
Author Affiliations
  • Alabama State University
  • Alabama State University
  • Alabama State University
  • Alabama State University
  • Alabama State University
Article Information
Hand and Upper Extremity / Rehabilitation, Participation, and Disability / Prevention and Intervention
Poster Session   |   July 01, 2017
The Functionality of the Biomechanical Prosthetic Finger When Compared to Standardized and Nonstandardized Assessments
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, July 2017, Vol. 71, 7111515251. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2017.71S1-PO5072
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, July 2017, Vol. 71, 7111515251. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2017.71S1-PO5072
Abstract

Date Presented 3/31/2017

The purpose of this study was to examine the functionality of the biomechanical prosthetic finger. The researchers believe this study provides therapists with evidence to support using this prosthetic as an option for clients with digit amputations.

Primary Author and Speaker: Susan Denham

Additional Authors and Speakers: Taylor Hawkins, Kelsey Johnson, Jenna Rhoads, Sara Sims