Introduction to the TASKA and the TASKA CX

When multi-articulating myoelectric hands were first introduced, it was a breakthrough in the world of upper limb prosthetic options. Here was a device in the shape of a human hand that allowed for multiple grips, secure grasping for a wide range of objects, and even a positional thumb. They also looked like a robot hand, and many people were excited to become “bionic.” These prosthetic terminal devices allowed people to move the fingers into pre-determined grips so they could use a fork and spoon, brush their hair and teeth, and grasp pencils and styluses. You can learn all about them in our article, Introduction to Multi-Articulating Myoelectric Hands.

While the first-generation myoelectric hands provided grip, they were also somewhat fragile and didn’t stand up to heavy-duty tasks. Another limitation was that they weren’t waterproof, so you couldn’t wash both hands, do the dishes, or go out in the rain. Fortunately, multi-articulating hands have continued to improve.

In late 2016, our Arm Dynamics team was approach by a small New Zealand company that had just developed a novel myoelectric hand called TASKA. After thorough testing, we were encouraged with the function and durability of the hand. We worked closely with TASKA to introduce them to a US distributor that could also service hands without the delay of shipping them back to New Zealand. In 2017, TASKA Prosthetics introduced their new hand to the market. It was designed for durability, and to make it even more functional, the hand was totally waterproof. This was a pivotal change, and over the years, we’ve helped many people switch over to a robust TASKA.