Just over 15 years ago, Johnny Matheny was diagnosed with fibrosarcoma, a rare form of cancer that attacked the connective tissue around the bones of his left hand. His doctors gave him a choice: ...

Most of us do not think twice about picking up a cup of coffee, sending a quick text or carrying groceries in from the car. For people who use prosthetic hands, though, these everyday tasks can be a ...

Scientists are using artificial intelligence to help bionic limbs act more like natural ones. NPR's Jon Hamilton reports on an experimental hand that shares control with the user to carry out tricky ...

AI-powered advanced bionic hands today can closely match natural human hands in terms of movement and design. Yet, many amputees stop using them. According to researchers at the University of Utah, up ...

Most off-road footwear design focuses on traction, which makes sense because being able to “grip” the trail is essential to staying upright. But as important as the relationship between outsole and ...