Advancing Prosthetics through Skin Innovation

This chapter delves into a Paralympic runner's insights on the urgent need for improved NHS prosthetics, particularly regarding the discomfort of thin skin on limb stumps. It discusses groundbreaking research from Johns Hopkins Medical School focusing on fibroblast cell injections aimed at strengthening skin at amputation sites to enhance function and comfort. The chapter also explores the potential for reprogramming skin cells and transplantation techniques to create resilient skin, paving the way for better integration and performance of prosthetic devices.