Prosthetic Arm Tip #4: Opening a Jar

A below elbow arm amputee demonstrates how to open a jar with his prosthetic hook.

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Howto & Style

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• arm
• amputee
• prosthetic
• hook

[snowboardinstyle]

So can you tell me how to hold a can of beer without crushing it? I seem to be having that problem with just 4 bands.

[theguywiththehook]

Hold it right near the top of the can, not in the middle. It won't crush.

[bhhen12]

Thanks for the tips...We watched a lot of your videos and we're learning how to be Occupational Therapists.  It was very educational, thanks. Nic, Duke, Erica and Holly.

[DjYakirAmrani]

I can realy see myself using this every day, but wont it be easier if it was controled by your brain?

[theguywiththehook]

Thanks for your kind words.

[celticgirl39]

I am absolutely amazed with your cheerful outlook. You are a natural for the camera, and should consider a career in front of it. I am going to college to become a special education teacher, and whenever I see an individual who has overcome a struggle, I am reminded that people can do whatever they believe they can do - and this is the type of educator I am going to be. I will not allow a special education student to believe that they are not capable of achieving success. God speed.

[Taber1975]

I only have use of one hand from an aneurysm so I use my knees or feet to hold the jar tight while twisting the lid with my good hand. You have an awesome outlook keep up the great work!

Heather :)

[RightHook1]

Sean, now how would you know that? I thought your hook only invited the bottled brew. BobO

[theguywiththehook]

It has been 5 years. Writing with it was easy to figure out.

[ibanezguy431]

=O you can write with your hook?? How long have you head your prosthetic arm?It seems like you have had it for quite a while.I am amazed at what you can do man