Prosthetics have been used for hundreds of years, but for much of that time saw little to no technological development. They were heavy, single-purpose, unattractive and, in many cases, unhygienic.

"These developments can help mentally support patients who lose their organs in accidents and those who have lesions or a congenital disorder to return to society for a better life," Dr Pairoj said.

Silicone is immunologically neutral and durable, which reduces foreign body responses and ensures optimal performance under varying physiological situations. This synthetic polymer is thermally stable ...

The earliest known prosthesis, dating possibly as far back as 950 B.C., was discovered in Cairo on the mummified body of an ancient Egyptian noblewoman. The prosthesis is made largely of wood, molded ...

Liisa Kuhn is helping women recovering from breast cancer to feel normal, even pretty, again. Using 3D printing and lightweight silicone, Kuhn is making individualized prosthetics that fit better and ...