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New MIT Method Uses Light to Control Muscles, Potentially Solving Prosthesis Issues
August 20, 2024
The use of electricity to control muscles has been explored in prosthetics for years, but it has some problems, like rapid muscle fatigue and limit...
The use of electricity to control muscles has been explored in prosthetics for years, but it has some problems, like rapid muscle fatigue and limit...
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Some SoCal Beaches Take Steps to Accommodate Individuals with Disabilities
August 15, 2024
Although enjoying the beach can be difficult for those with prosthetic legs or who use wheelchairs, the good news is that Southern California’s bea...
Although enjoying the beach can be difficult for those with prosthetic legs or who use wheelchairs, the good news is that Southern California’s bea...
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