Before the Modern Era Mechanical arm

replica of prosthetic arm. original dates between 1550 , 1600.

the history of prosthetic limbs came such great inventors. world’s first , earliest functioning body parts 2 toes ancient egypt. because of unique functionality, these toes example of true prosthetic device. these toes carry @ least forty percent of body’s weight. prosthetic limbs produced after there intensive studying of human being’s form using modern equipment. prosthetic limbs used during war too, including during late 1480s. german knight, served holy roman emperor charles v, injured during war. though prosthetic limbs expensive, particular limb manufactured armor specialist. soldiers allowed continue career because of prosthetics. fingers grasp shield, hold reins horses, , quill when drafting important document.