Osseointegration

Some people with upper limb loss do not use certain types of prostheses because they require additional surgeries.^1,2 For “osseointegration,” additional surgeries may be needed to implant a metal rod into the bone in the residual limb so that a prosthetic can be attached to the metal rod. This procedure aims to provide increased stability and range of motion. Osseointegration is reported to be more comfortable than devices that require having a socket (e.g., electric and body-powered), which are commonly described as uncomfortable and/or heavy.