Science and The Body
Science can be used to help those with disabilities lead fuller lives, but it can also be used read and record our unique features as humans for use in a range of ways.
Prosthetics
Science and technology in the form of biology, computer science and engineering have ensured that many people who have lost limbs are able to get on with life with the aid of a prosthesis. In this clip, we follow the prosthetics manager at Musgrave Park Hospital in Belfast as he creates a new fitting for a patient and learn about how a person adapts to life with a prosthetic limb.
Teachers' Notes - Prosthetics
In this clip, the prosthetics manager at Musgrave Park Hospital describes his role. Musgrave Park is the Northern Ireland centre for this service. One of the patients, Leonard Blakely, describes how his life has been affected.
Curriculum
Science (Biology and Physics) / Maths / Learning for Life and Work
Discussions
- Imagine life without a limb – what challenges would you face?
- How has the prosthetic limb changed the life of the person in the video clip?
- Health and Safety in the workplace – How can accidents like the one described be prevented?
- Computer modelling – How is it used in Musgrave Park? Where else could it be helpful?
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