Body Parts That Can Be Made With A 3-D Printer

Vertebrae

Spinal injuries can cause major issues in a person’s lifestyle, and dealing with spine issues can be a very delicate process on the part of the doctor. One slip up could mean affecting a person’s ability to walk or even use their arms and fingers.

Fortunately, advances have been made that provide possible solutions for some of these issues. With the capability of making exact replicas of a damaged or shifting spine, doctors can make more accurate analyses of what kind of treatment would be best for the patient, without putting them at risk. More recently, surgeries have actually been done giving people new vertebrae created from a 3-D printer.

Skulls

Without proper use of the brain, we lose who we are as individuals. The brain works non-stop, continuously sending commands to all of the other parts of your body. This ensures everything is working together and functioning normally, even when you are asleep. Since the brain plays such a vital role in your body, keeping it adequately protected is important.

If your skull gets damaged, then your brain is exposed and much more likely to suffer injuries. When it comes to repairing this damage, scientists have made some amazing advances. By using 3-D printing devices, doctors can create safe and cosmetically-sound skulls for those that need them.