Our Story

K&J Prosthetics began as a shared idea between two high school students from a small coastal town who wanted to make a real difference. K has a strong interest in biomedical engineering, while J is passionate about history and innovation. Together, they set out to utilize modern tools to address a profoundly human issue: the high cost and limited availability of prosthetic limbs.

It all started with a single 3D printer in a garage. At first, we were just experimenting. We downloaded open-source models, learned how to use design software, and printed our first rough prototypes. As we researched more, we realized how many people around the world are living without access to basic prosthetics. The idea that something as simple as a functional hand could be life-changing pushed us to take things further.

We decided to focus on creating hands and fingers, using 3D printing to design lightweight, affordable, and easy-to-use prosthetic devices. Each design went through multiple iterations, improving with every print. We learned through trial, error and feedback. Over time, our workshop became more organized, and our process became more precise.

Now, K&J Prosthetics creates and donates custom prosthetic hands and fingers to people in need. Every device is made in our home using desktop 3D printers and carefully chosen materials. Our goal is to bring mobility and confidence back to those who have lost them, especially in communities where traditional prosthetics are too expensive or hard to access.

This is more than a school project. It is a mission. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to hold a cup, write their name, or high-five a friend. We are proud to use our skills and resources to build devices that restore those simple but important abilities.

K&J Prosthetics is still small, but we are growing. With each donation, each new connection, and each new design, we are moving closer to our goal of making prosthetics available to anyone who needs them. We will keep learning, improving, and giving back, one hand at a time.