Feminine identity and functional benefits are key factors in women's decision making about upper limb prostheses: a case series.

Purpose: Although the DEKA Arm promises new abilities, it is unclear if women with upper limb amputation are willing to avail themselves of this new technology. The study purpose was to understand key factors and tradeoffs that shape women's attitudes towards the DEKA Arm.

Methods: This case series includes three women with transradial amputation.