Member 1d ago
in communityBasketball Devices for Arm Amputees Basketball is a game involving a lot of varied arm motion,
such as dribbling, catching and shooting the ball. Arm
amputees who use a device to play basketball need something
that helps with these motions, but is safe when they come
in contact with other players. The Mill’s Rebound Pro
Basketball Hand by TRS is designed especially for basketball.
Made of a compliant polymer material, the Rebound Pro is
strong but flexible. It has a large palm with small friction discs
on the inside surface to help with handling and grasping the
ball. The Rebound Pro comes in one model, which is suitable
for adolescents and adults.
The HP Hoopster, by TRS, is molded from high performance
polymers. It absorbs and returns the energy required to
expertly handle, dribble and shoot a basketball, one-handed.
An angled, stainless steel wrist adapter and coupler allows the
extension angle to be customized and locked in for
each user. The HP Hoopster is suitable for teenagers
and adults.
When catching and shooting the ball, it is helpful if both
elbows are in the flexed position. One below elbow amputee
has a custom-made socket with a bend incorporated at the
elbow for this purpose. A silicone socket is worn on the insi
What others are saying