Prosthetics

= Prosthetic =

__What__ __ is a prosthetic? __
A prosthetic is an artificial body part. It is used to return functionality to handicapped individuals. They can augment or replace body parts. As techniques for amputations evolved so did the art and innovation of prosthesis, the design and implementation of prosthetic.

__History__
The first known prosthetic can be traced back over 3,000 years ago in Egypt. Throughout the Dark Ages, prosthesis was used to help maimed knights. The first major advances in prosthetic came in the 16th century. A French Military doctor, Ambroise Paré, invented a hinged mechanical hand and leg. It was able to lock the knee and attach to harnesses. In 1945, The National Academy of Sciences created the Artificial Limb Program. With enhanced and new materials, modern prosthetic limbs have dramatically advanced.



**__Future of Prosthetic Limbs__**
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**__Other Forms of Prosthesis__**
Prosthetics range from a wide variety such as: Breast Implants, Facial, Eye, and even hips. This technology allows doctors to provide citizens with devices that can amend the damage done to their bodies. Prosthetic technology has been abused in recent decades by people who wish to better their looks or correct defects. This has manifested itself by the emergence of plastic surgery. media type="custom" key="24424408"

**__References__**
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