Korina Valentine can now write, make herself a cup of coffee and pick up small items.
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In late March 2019, Korina was given the opportunity to trial two bionic hands.
The bionic hands have allowed her to gain more independence.
In April 2015, one week before her 28th birthday, Korina became seriously ill with a life threatening sepsis infection.
Against all odds she survived but the severity of her condition resulted in quadruple amputations, which brought a new set of challenges for Korina and her family to overcome.
Due to some socket trouble the trial started off problematic but after Korina worked through the issues with her prosthetist it has been highly successful.
The hands have given Korina better control with fine motor skills and interaction with small objects.
Daily living and general tasks are significantly easier with the bionic hands compared to the older style prosthetics.
The main difference is all the fingers can move, the traditional style has a thumb to four finger grip, with Korina able to pick up items as small as a sultana.
Korina doesn't need surgery to use the bionic hands.
Electrodes in the hands touch the skin to activate movement.
The bionic trial commenced after 12 months of muscle control training where Korina learnt to separate her muscles and move them individually.
A one month trial costs $4,000.
Korina said she wouldn't have been able to undertake the trial without the support of the Southern Highlands community.
"The community has been amazing," said Korina.
"I'll be able to aim to get the hands soon."
Bionic hands cost between $80,000 and $100,000 per arm with replacement every seven years.
Korina said some assistance was available from the government but not enough.
The family has worked with Wollongong University on the development of more affordable 3D printed options.
Visit www.reaching4korina.com.au to donate.
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