Who We Are
Drexel Dragon Claws (DDC) is a graduate student-run organization that provides free 3D-printed task-specific devices to upper-limb amputation patients in the Greater Philadelphia area. DDC is a recognized chapter of the e-NABLE community, a global network of volunteers who create free 3D-printed upper-limb prosthetics for patients in need of assistive devices.
What We Do
Patients in need of prosthetic devices have limited options due to high prosthetic device costs and limited insurance coverage. Pediatric patients, in particular, require frequent fitting and resizing, which exacerbates the cost barrier. Using 3D-printing, we can offer an affordable and accessible option for these patients.
As we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, our group has had to re-envision how we can support our community while our prosthetic production was halted. We are using our 3D-printing capacity to print and donate items needed during this pandemic, such as hands-free door adapters, face shield head bands, face mask “ear savers”, and more. We are excited for this opportunity to maximize our ability to continue serving our communities even outside of Philadelphia!
