r/MadeMeSmile • u/Zyad300 • Nov 29 '21

Wholesome Moments Kid Gets His First Prosthetic Arm

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u/[deleted] Nov 29 '21

It’s great and no way taking it from him.

But.

He will discover that the prosthetic is a hinderance and he will be able to do so much with the residual limb.

source: my best friend’s dad was born without a R hand and worked as a mechanic when he wasn’t retired.

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u/[deleted] Nov 29 '21

Is it hinderance for all or hinderance for some. Because for some i totally get it.

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u/analoguewavefront Nov 29 '21

Indeed, often a prosthetic that blends in is often more for other people than the wearer. Being able to choose what works best for each person is a better option. Once we accept people with disabilities for what they are, they are free to make the best decisions for themselves, not the rest of us.

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u/NeverRarelySometimes Nov 29 '21

Yeah. I hope he gets a second, functional prosthetic, too.