The Fin Is The World’s First Amphibious 3D Printed Prosthetic Leg
Researchers have developed a new prosthetic leg that will allow amputees to swim without having to worry about switching to a waterproof prosthetic leg as they get in and out of a swimming pool. No other known prosthetic leg can seamlessly go from walking to swimming.
The prosthetic leg, called the Fin, is a 3D printed leg that is not only waterproof but also gives swimmers a more natural sensation as they move through water.
The researchers working on the Fin are hoping to get it to the market in the next 5-6 months.
Watch the videos below to learn more about the Fin.
Source: CBS Miami
I sent an email last week but haven’t heard a reply back as of yet. I’m a 30 year veteran and recently was in an accident that resulted in a BKA of my left leg. I was SPECOPS in the Navy and am very much a water bug, pool, lake, and ocean. I was wondering if I could get access to a fin thru the VA, and if not, what will a fin cost. Please let me know.
I LOST MY RIGHT LEG BTK IN MAY 2019 AS A RESULT OF SEPSUS CAUSED BY A BOTCHED ANKLE FUSION SURGERY. I HAVE A SWIM LEG WITH AN ADJUSTABLE FOOT, SO ALL I NEED IS THE FIN. HOW CAN I OBTAIN ONE ? I WORK WITH AMERICAN ORTHOPEDICS IN COLUMBUS OHIO. PLEASE CALL ME AT 614-313-1575. THANKS SO MUCH.
Would like to know where I can purchase The Fin.
Where can I get the fin and what is the cost. Thank you. Right leg below knee
Very interested in getting the fin. Left BKA for 4 yrs, and would like to swim again, exercise in the water. Estimate cost and availability would be greatly appreciated. Thank you