Prosthetic Elbow

The main function of the elbow joint is to flex and extend the arm. There are a variety of choices in components for the elbow. These depend on what the wearer’s ultimate goals are. The priority is usually function, cosmetics, or a combination of both.

Incorporates either a passive, cable operated, or external powered elbow to assist with positioning of the terminal device. Requires additional body motion for control of cable operated devices than the transradial level, therefore some patients may need an external powered terminal device for optimum function.

A “Hybrid” device, a passive or cable operated elbow along with an external powered terminal device, offers a lightweight device with high function. Most often suspension is achieved by the use of a harness system, although suction and gel liners can be used as an auxiliary suspension.