New Bristol 3D Medical Centre will develop cutting-edge, bespoke prosthetics and devices
North Bristol NHS Trust has opened an innovative centre for 3D scanning and printing, providing state-of-the-art technology for the development of bespoke prosthetics and devices.…
House of Lords debate highlights need for reform in NHS prosthetics provision
A House of Lords debate on 1 May 2025 laid bare the serious challenges facing amputees in England, particularly with regard to access to prosthetic…
New study finds a way to make the control of prosthetic limbs feel more natural to the wearer
Researchers at Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) in Italy and Imperial College London in the UK have demonstrated the connection between hand and brain movement…
EXCLUSIVE: A day in the life of an academic researcher and consultant in the assistive technology space
Professor Nachiappan Chockalingam Professor Nachiappan Chockalingam, an academic researcher and consultant in the assistive technology sector, shares how his 30 years of research into assistive…
Manufacturer of stylish prosthetic leg covers receives prestigious King’s Award for Innovation
Dr Mark Williams DBA PLY, Paralympic medallist and the founder of LIMB-art, is joined by Co-Founder Rachael Williams and the Lord Lieutenant for Clwyd, Mr.…
Free webinar to discuss the history of prosthetics and assistive tech
The University of York will hold a webinar that discusses the history of prosthetics and assistive technology in classical antiquity in December. A prosthetic is…
Global competition aims to significantly advance assistive tech for disabled people
From 25 to 27 October 2024, the third Cybathlon will take place in the Swiss Arena in Kloten, Switzerland. The global competition sees disabled people…
NHS prosthetics service in Manchester celebrates 10th anniversary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust’s Specialised Ability Centre, which provides a comprehensive amputee and prosthetics service, alongside wheelchair and orthotic services, has invited patients from…
Microprocessor knee becomes water resistant to give wearers peace of mind
Prosthetics manufacturer Blatchford has upgraded its flagship Orion3 microprocessor knee to offer IP55-level protection against the entry of fresh water. Orion3 is now internationally certified…
Assistive tech provider partners with charity to support Remembrance Day fundraiser
NRS Healthcare has announced a new partnership with a charity that provides support to limbless and injured veterans and is supporting its upcoming fundraising event…