Boy, 10, receives life-changing 3D-printed hand after explosion injury

Boy, 10, receives life-changing 3D-printed hand after explosion injury

X-ray of a human hand with a visible fracture in the wrist, accompanied by explanatory text at the bottom.

Boy, 10, receives life-changing 3D-printed hand after explosion injury

A 10-year-old boy from Krasnogorsk has received a custom traction finger prosthesis after losing part of his hand in an explosion. Gleb Brovar's new device was designed and fitted by Motorika ORTO, using advanced digital technology. The moment marked a significant step forward for the young boy and his family. Gleb Brovar was injured on November 11, 2025, when an explosive device detonated in Krasnogorsk. The blast, with an estimated power of 10 grams of TNT equivalent, led to a criminal investigation under attempted murder charges.

The process of creating Gleb's prosthesis took around two weeks. Digital prosthetics technology was used, involving 3D scanning, computer modelling, and 3D printing. Fitting and calibration then required an additional one to two days. Motorika ORTO handled every stage, from initial consultations to paperwork and final adjustments. The company ensured the prosthesis was tailored precisely to Gleb's needs. His mother, Galina Brovar, received the finished device on his behalf, describing the day as deeply emotional. In Russia, such prostheses are provided free through the Individual Rehabilitation and Habilitation Program (IRHP). The devices are updated regularly to keep up with a child's growth. Gleb will now begin a period of adaptation and rehabilitation to adjust to his new prosthesis.

The custom traction prosthesis offers Gleb Brovar a chance to regain function in his hand. No official statistics currently track how many children in Russia receive similar devices after explosive injuries in 2025. His case remains part of an ongoing criminal investigation in Krasnogorsk.

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