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2021-08-01
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George R. Fuller Co. (Rochester, N.Y.)
Company, George R. Fuller
The Making of a Man: Being a Description of Artificial Limbs and How They May Be Adopted by Those Who Have Suffered Loss of Their Natural Limbs
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"The Making of a Man: Being a Description of Artificial Limbs and How They May…" by the George R. Fuller Company is a scientific publication likely written in the early 20th century. This book provides a comprehensive overview of artificial limbs, detailing their construction, adaptation, and the experiences of individuals who have suffered the loss of natural limbs. It serves as a catalogue and informative guide aimed at those interested in prosthetic devices. The text begins by discussing the importance of physical development as essential for the human experience, highlighting the evolution of artificial limbs and how they have improved over time. The authors emphasize the significance of proper fittings and adjustments tailored to individual needs, showcasing various stories of success with artificial limbs in sports and daily activities. It covers a range of topics, including the materials used in limb construction, fitting procedures, and the overall experience of users, advocating for the advancement of prosthetics to promote inclusion and enhanced quality of life for amputees. Additionally, it discusses the evolution of techniques and technologies that have made contemporary artificial limbs more effective and comfortable than those of previous eras. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Artificial limbs -- Catalogs
Prosthesis -- Catalogs
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