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Victoria research project led to charity helping with low cost prosthetics
Victoria research project led to charity helping with low cost prosthetics
Victoria research project led to charity helping with low cost prosthetics
Saturday 7th December 2024
Discover how the Victoria Hand Project is changing lives worldwide with affordable 3D-printed prosthetic arms.
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Episode Overview
- The Victoria Hand Project creates affordable, 3D-printed prosthetic arms.
- Started as a research project at the University of Victoria.
- Empowers local communities by teaching them to produce prosthetics.
- Currently operates in 11 countries, including Ukraine.
- Provides ongoing support and technical assistance to partner clinics.
Seeing just how much they can light up when they receive their own customised prosthetic arm is so rewarding
In this episode of People First Radio, Michael Peirone, CEO of the Victoria Hand Project, shares the inspiring journey of a research project that evolved into a life-changing charity. The Victoria Hand Project is dedicated to creating affordable, 3D-printed prosthetic arms for people in low-income areas around the world. Michael explains how the initiative started at the University of Victoria and has since expanded to 11 countries, including recent efforts in Ukraine.
The project not only provides prosthetics but also empowers local communities by teaching them how to produce these devices themselves. This approach ensures sustainability and fosters job creation. Michael's anecdotes, like the story of a man in Nepal who traveled for days to receive a prosthetic arm, highlight the profound impact of their work. The episode also touches on the ongoing support and technical assistance provided to partner clinics, ensuring they can continue helping those in need.
With a mix of engineering expertise and heartfelt dedication, the Victoria Hand Project is making a significant difference in many lives. Tune in to hear more about their innovative approach and the real-world impact of their work.