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History of Medicine: Replacing a severed hand with a hook: was it ever done or is it just a Pirate movies thing?
Really? Can you tell me more about the early history of prosthetics?
Sure. Prosthetic limbs have been around for thousands of years. In ancient Egypt, priests used wooden toes to help convey that they were perfect and without flaws. During the Renaissance era in Europe, iron hands and arms were developed and used to replace lost limbs from battle injuries. Throughout the 20th century, prosthetic limbs have become more advanced and lightweight, making them more comfortable and functional for amputees.