Prosthetic dreams: “Wow Effect”, mechanical paradigm and modular body – prospects on prosthetics

Promote the “wow”: (mis)representation, perception and reception of media promotion on wheelchair rugby

“…Thus, the finding support that the violent aspects of the sport can be marketed to influence consumer behaviors (Greenwell et al, 2015). Goffette (2018) mentioned the wow effect in discussing the public reception of the Paralympic Games with the primary focus of prostheses and technology use in disability sport. He suggested that wow effect combines three elements: an emotional fascination, a positive interest of "how-is-it-possible?"…”

“…Goffette (2018) mentioned the wow effect in discussing the public reception of the Paralympic Games with the primary focus of prostheses and technology use in disability sport. He suggested that wow effect combines three elements: an emotional fascination, a positive interest of “how-is-it-possible?” and a thoughtful state of mind, which has both positive and negative effects on the representation of disabled persons.…”

Dynamic characterisation of Össur Flex-Run prosthetic feet for a more informed prescription

“…1,2 This has revealed a considerable shift in the way our culture considers disabilities over the last few decades. 3,4 Until the 1980s, most prosthetic feet were designed with the main objective of restoring basic walking ability and simple occupational tasks. 5 The need for higher performing feet has led designers to utilise lightweight and more advanced materials such as carbon fibre-reinforced plastic composite (CFRP).…”