Transforming Lives With Prosthetics: The future of prosthetics

The video discusses a personal journey of living with a below-the-knee amputation and the challenges faced with traditional prosthetics. It highlights the benefits of a microprocessor foot, which improves mobility and quality of life. The video also explores future advancements in prosthetic technology, such as osseointegration and neural interfaces, which aim to create more natural and effective prosthetic limbs.

What was one of the main challenges the speaker faced with non-articulating prosthetic feet?

• Problems with swimming

• Difficulty in running fast

• Inability to stand for long periods

• Trouble walking on hills

How does the microprocessor foot improve the speaker's walking experience?

• It reduces the need for physical therapy

• It helps in swimming

• It provides a more natural walking experience

• It allows for faster running speeds

What is a key feature of the microprocessor foot mentioned by the speaker?

• It needs to be charged every night

• It is waterproof

• It is solar-powered

• It requires daily software updates

What future advancement in prosthetic technology involves attaching the device directly to the bone?

• Osseointegration

• Hydraulic systems

• Neural interfacing

• Magnetic levitation

What is the anticipated benefit of neural interfaces in prosthetics?

• Improved battery life

• Enhanced color options

• Reduced weight

• Direct interaction with brain functions