Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS)
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For additional PSAS information, see PSAS Links above.
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New Videos Available on AAE and HISA
New videos are available on Automobile Adaptive Equipment (AAE) and Home Improvement and
Structural Alteration (HISA). These provide information on benefits and how to apply for
them. These are found on the videos page.
VA Studies Advanced Prosthetic Arm
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a three-year study of
an advanced artificial arm that easily allows those with severe limb loss to pick
up a key or hold a pencil.
In collaboration with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), the
study marks the first large-scale testing of the arm, which allows those who have
lost a limb up to their shoulder joint to perform movements while reaching over
their head, a previously impossible maneuver for people with a prosthetic arm.
Also see * The DEKA Arm (60 Minutes)
Clothing Allowance Applications
For information regarding your 2010 Clothing Allowance Application please contact
the VBA at (800) 827-1000 OR locate your VBA regional office with the
VBA Locations Map.
Service Dog Info
VA will provide evaluation for dogs to aid in the assistance of visually, hearing,
or physically impaired Veterans on a case by case basis. Once the Veteran and the
accredited dog meet established standards and are approved, VA will assume responsibility
for providing veterinary care and assistive devices for the functionality of the
service dog such as backpacks and harnesses.
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Welcome to PSAS
Chief Consultant
Prosthetics and Sensory Aids
Frederick Downs, Jr.
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Other News and Information
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