These Customized 3D-Printed Bionic Hands Are Changing Lives

As a baby, Tilly contracted a deadly form of meningitis called meningococcal septicaemia and had to undergo an operation to have both her hands amputated. Tilly is now thirteen and is the proud owner of two super-stylish superhero arms.
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[@mrfxhnd9680]

I have a newborn son who was born without a right hand and while coming to terms with the disability has been tough I look forward to buying these amazing futuristic engineered bionic arms when he is ready

[@jonesyjonesy724]

Prayers for wee one getting one. Amazing what they can make now.

[@matthiasbuczylko7747]

But guess what,there're about 1-2,000 dollars

[@aronlelenora9572]

❤❤❤❤

[@modbull3769]

Instead of cyborg just replace with someone else hand it is possible

[@Skyebright1]

@@matthiasbuczylko7747depending where her son lives, some countries has them on their healthcare system

[@Adelynn.mp4]

God bless her ,The people who made the hands, and the gentleman who bought her a hand

[@lovegrowswithjoy2599]

Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm?

[@moonmath23]

YES PERIOOOD

[@Nikioko]

This should be paid by the NHS. It would be really usefully spent money.

[@50sRockChick]

Those hands are incredible. Great job by the builders. I'm so pleased for Tilly.

[@razzacks5187]

not builders , machines the machines are taking over

[@riyayesyes]

I gotmad cos if I liked it would be on 99 so :c

[@arianarejon554]

@@riyayesyes .* ,. ,. , , ,. , . .

[@BeastBike-yg8ck]

“Builders” 😂🤣😂

[@mikierudatakaa4868]

They look badass! She reminds me of those marvel heroes! She is a super hero! So inspiring

[@FaJinFang]

which hero?

[@marauder737]

The next thanos

[@YY-yk6cn]

Wami Tucker you stole my thought and my comment

[@Jenny-jq4bh]

Wami Tucker ,,,llll

[@qjwjejaj7290]

Yoyo

[@HiBye-yo3rr]

I'm so happy she has hands and she won't feel uncomfortable and do things what 11/12 year olds can do and shes right they are fashionable and I want a pair

[@lovingweirdo4727]

Hi Bye Honestly! So much cooler than normal hands😭

[@StupidSmut]

@@lovingweirdo4727 fashion over function?

[@lovingweirdo4727]

@@StupidSmut Aren't those new ones almost like normal hands? If not, then they aren't cooler, but if they are, just stronger and like robotic if you know what I mean 😅😂

[@StupidSmut]

@@lovingweirdo4727 if it was a straight upgrade that'd be cool

[@cheerjersey7861]

100% right

[@shylinks5]

I am happy for Tilly. I love the attitude to life as she has shown. I wish I could bring this to Africa. So many people without limbs here.

[@melekehmedova165]

So beautiful!!! A true angel full of love and compassion!!! May God be with her always!

[@andreajl]

This story made me so happy! Pray that this technology quickly becomes more widespread and accessible

[@hi-nj5uz]

I’m *SO* happy that she finally got hands, so happy for her! 💖

[@Stambo59]

Wow, what an extraordinary young lady. I don't mind admitting tearing up a little watching this video.

[@brutalplanet1708]

Makes ya thankful for your health, no? This chick is an absolute warrior!!!

[@MakaylaPaterson]

I wasn't expecting them to be pink! I don't know why I think that's the coolest part, but little things like getting to pick a colour I really think adds some needed degree of control back that has been taken from amputatees. She looks like a super hero!

[@Skyebright1]

The bionic arm company has a contract with Disney so little kids can get Iron Man arms ;)

[@elliejury8333]

She is really pretty and nice

[@mottomotto1923]

FBI OPEN UP

[@Ethan-101]

Do u have a brother called Jackson jury

[@oldtom9627]

With or without hands, you are an incredibly beautiful young lady. Brilliant!

[@yuzuken6444]

Omg she sooo cuteeeeee

[@Samosayummyyay]

Those bionic hands are so sleek!!! Such a nice, small design! Not bulky at all! Kinda looks like a fashion item! And above all, it is FUNCTIONAL!!

[@erictaylor5462]

I lost my leg when I was 3. Growing up I was always the slowest runner in my class. There was only one time that I didn't finish a foot race dead last. I finished 2nd to last because, in 1st grade, as a girl passed me I pushed her down. I felt terrible about it, and I was sure I was going to be in big trouble as soon as she told on me, but she never did. I don't even remember her being mad at me, which only made me feel worse. I never did anything like that again, but I also never beat anyone else in a foot race again either. I did learn something, far to late to make any difference to that kid who used to be me, but maybe it will make a difference to you, Kind Reader: The one who finishes the race in last place, finishes the race. Don't ever forget that. Focus on what you can do. Don't worry about what you can't do. I can't run fast, but I can run far.

[@bas248331]

I love it how she acts like it are her natural hands. No shame. No hiding. You go girl!

[@hollyfrench787]

My mum had that meningitis but luckily nothing bad happened to her. What an amazing child

[@americanairlinecaptain7195]

Thank you lord for giving this beautiful girl a chance to live. she’s so beautiful and talented

[@devenlooney]

My only concern is how they are going to be able to afford bigger hands as she gets older

[@martinnylander4285]

I would guess the company sends her new arms every year and give her old ones to smaller children

[@FryingPan76]

she is 12. the arms already have full size.

[@elgitarr_]

FryingPan Well that's good to know.

[@andreajl]

Dr.respect Woman love that suggestion

[@Fraggr92]

+FryingPan I can tell you for a fact that my arms are NOT the same size now as they were when i was twelve. She still has growing to do.

[@yipeyaya]

Gorgeous girl. You go girl!! And the father looks so young and handsome. Beautiful family.

[@lorielayug3224]

She's so PRETTY!!! ❤️ I love her so much!!!! ❤️ -Audrey/10

[@weluvevyn4419]

Dang badass! She looks like a superhero this is so inspiring love this girl!

[@thegangels]

Tilly you could be in a movie with them cool arms, you look like superwoman 😉😉xxxxx

[@dylanco3326]

Ğêm Mac superwoman is not a superhero its supergirl

[@joshuabasa5710]

No if theres a mortal kombat movie she could be jaqui briggs

[@JessHughes]

No she us thanos

[@angelgarcia3101]

Super women is a superhero

[@cheekycody]

GemGem Mack no

[@lizziebug239]

Tilly is so beautiful! I love how confident she is! 😍

[@amy_lou_5x]

My twin had septasimia and died when we were 7 weeks old it was to late before they could do anything she was completely black when my mum and dad went to the hospital(btw we were already at hospital but my mum and dad were somewhere else and the staff didn't want to do anything whilst they wernt there

[@Svenja_Schaefer]

She is so mature, grown up and she knows exactly what she wants. That's what hard fates do with people: let them grow. I'm really grateful to have hands. 🙏

[@IT_Im_Kopf]

Einfach toll. Bin so froh das es so gute Ingenieure gibt die es schaffen Menschen ein neues Leben zu erschaffen

[@Xeltrix]

I had meningitis as a baby but I never lost limbs. I survived perfectly but almost died. I realise how lucky I am.... Bless her and I hope she lives a long fun life

[@olivierdivry5730]

She redefines what strengh is, cool surroundings...

[@graemejoyce5629]

Tilly is amazing (2024). A real "Alita, Battle Angel" ..( great seeing her getting those). Her personality is outstanding. You rock!

[@susanwilliams2392]

How are these not publicly funded for every amputee who wants the option??? (Not sure what country this is if USA that explains it). ten thousand dollars is nothing in terms of medical devices or procedures. But a heck of a lot for one family particularly when she will need new ones cos she is still growing. But they will make a big difference for her

[@loviexdovie4619]

It is in the uk.

[@susanwilliams2392]

Thanks :) In that case there is no excuse, these really really should be funded

[@jebuschrist3958]

they are not funded because it is not critical. A person can live without hands and the NHS is publicly funded and as such provides a level of healthcare that is free for all to walk in a receive the same service throughout the UK but paying for every need of a person would be impossible. The NHS job is to keep you fit and alive. extras are a private matter.

[@sneekz07]

Because it's no critical and it's not cheap. Many amputees who have their hand/arm missing actually prefer not to deal with the hassle of prosthetic. They find it a bit of a hindrance rather than a help.

[@SuperChellis]

Myoelectric arms such as this are available on the NHS if certain criteria is met. This particular arm is currently undergoing trials.

[@johnchenky]

I admire Tilly's parents a lot!

[@risharocks0]

*When the girl who has no hands writes better than you*

[@addisongardner1272]

Ikr

[@rowangallagher2042]

Risha Bhattacharyya 👏

[@ashtonsnead3244]

Risha Bhattacharyya so true

[@smallyellowgirl4276]

Agree.

[@saraswinerton7202]

Risha Bhattacharyya right

[@macey5384]

She’s gorgeous !

[@eviewright2257]

Hi i saw tilly at newcastle hospital at hydro thearapy she has hurt her leg i think maybe broke it. But sadly she didnt have her hands on. I hope that doesent mean the didnt turn out to work god bless u tilly xxx

[@snikrdoodls14]

Evie Wright they’re electronics she obviously can’t wear them in a pool.

[@bunbixo]

Yeah she hurt it in school once I think that’s why

[@Niko-vh8pj]

kudos to engineers for this miracle.

[@theraven5850]

Man, I can't wait until she can play the piano with a pair of advanced prosthetic hands. I'm looking forward to seeing not just her do that, but every amputee. We're only about 10 years away from that I think.

[@Разборполетов-ц3ю]

Доступно это будет тем, у кого бабла с горы, а среднему классу не оплатить такие руки на сегодня, либо попрошайничать у благотворительных организаций.

[@dexongd5723]

@@Разборполетов-ц3ю это сейчас доступно только богачам, а автор комментария говорит через 10 лет. тогда это уже будет куда проще достать для каждого.

[@user-zp4bq4cl9k]

Tilly you are a special girl that deserves to be treated wonderful and not bullied you had a hard past but now focus on the future

[@grac3m0unt64]

I love this she I inspired me so much xx

[@vermilliongecko]

What does she inspire you to do?

[@grac3m0unt64]

Vermillion 303 she inspires me to never give up and always be myself

[@Ashiektom]

God bless her and the person who made those for her.

[@wouterbuurman6636]

Is she left or right handed? Or are they even?

[@joemiskowitz2669]

Wouter Buurman she's ambidextrous

[@filandaf]

The right- and lefthanded comes from the brain

[@lip4973]

She is no-handed. Sorry i'll see myself out

[@seaofflames2624]

Lip Nah she's bionic handed

[@justalice1986]

Wouter Buurman ha ha ha

[@Jirayu.Kaewprateep]

I like and see the moment she had new hands and she able to perform work buy her own hands again, that is a good movement they shared on program.

[@Jo-ss3bz]

Someone should make a attachment for her so she doesn't have to literally tape a Wii u controller to her wrist

[@jacquelinevogel4522]

What an AMAZING beautiful young lady!! You are a super hero to me, a blessing to our world. God bless you always

[@professionaleejit5927]

I want them but I have hands

[@cant8160]

Diamond Master haha

[@farrisnasarudin7386]

Diamond Master cut your hand man

[@xxxbl4zzedxxx69gg4]

I want them aswell😂😂

[@JessHughes]

Same

[@bigfootharassers8222]

Diamond Master ya me too

[@lauradambach872]

She's absolutely gorgeous

[@caringpotato3162]

I wouldn't fight her

[@phoenixslayerr]

She's so beautiful. 💕💕

[@greenbillugaming2781]

i want them too even though i'm blessed with fingers :p

[@stheticdaisy215]

Congrats to Tilly for new hands! I really want a pair of those because they look so cool! Well done to the builders for making her this opportunity ❤️

[@steam_jane5580]

3 years on she's got a good voice (she's on got what it takes), a sassy attitude and obviously pair of robo- arms. I'm so glad she got those arms and gained some more independence as a result.

[@linalangemark2652]

The guy who just bought her a hand... Can you imagine? That's like one o the greatest gifts you can give someone.

[@yzodelgado6735]

automail from Fullmetal alchemist is now reality

[@psadfwveg]

I'd actually get my hand amputated if I could get Ed's automail lmao

[@yusufholden2154]

Finally someone that watches anime you should watch attack on titan s3.

[@beelzebubbbx]

That's what I thought. THE GODDESS WINRY ROCKBELL HAS ANSWERED OUR PRAYERS

[@amberotl5276]

Right? That’s so great 😁 Imagine being without a hand and watching FMA back then, like “God if only..” and now it exists 😭

[@chopperman2122]

Omg, yes!!

[@yurifromddlc1401]

She looks so amazing with those hands

[@gamerguy7959]

2:17 the dad’s voice sounds so on point with that phrase for adverts about technology lol wot M8

[@aarnaslife655]

she is a miraculous hero she was still happy in that situation I am very sad even when my leg is in pain

[@ionakelly2474]

Let’s just hope she doesn’t do karate with those hands😂😂

[@CT--sd9zj]

Or boxing we then are rip

[@cavegamer5989]

Thats Awesome. Wish you the best Tilly

[@zeldaandlordoftheringsmyfa3254]

Hits the hands against the wall then it breaks apart well shit...

[@adellwilliams9239]

So cool

[@smeaty_k1518]

This lady has the coolest bionic arms, like bro they remind me of techno themed animes, god bless this determined soul

[@leila313]

Don't dislike The people that disliked I have something to say to em Imagine that was you

[@Ernest_XX]

Why would they dislike?

[@yasminealice]

she is so pretty and those pink hands are mad cool. wow

[@yzodelgado6735]

how durable is it? does it come with warranty?

[@katymclaughlin2967]

she won cbbc's got what it takes in 2021!!

[@imnotmark3053]

I hope children’s won’t cut off their hands when they see this video

[@dreamcloudlps7168]

Im not mark Lmao This needs more like

[@Ladynaye]

Those hands are 100% badass! Wow! I am so happy for Tilly and her family. The company that made them is amazing!! A Terminator looking set of hands... oooh!

[@koby7303]

No wonder people are cutting they’re hands of

[@shukriramlee]

No way, donate your organic hand if you want bionic one.

[@itsjustmelandhabmsp3179]

She looks like superwoman! She’s so cute 💖

[@abutler1547]

Trying to say the name of that disease is like trying to spell Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

[@steam_jane5580]

It's so nice to see random acts of kindness 😃

[@slimeatory1234]

My name is tilly

[@whoisthisidk8272]

slimeatory 123 'tis

[@tillymaialino3803]

slimeatory 123 mine too!!

[@gamerguy7959]

Wow those bionic hand’s design looks AWESOME,and because of her diagnosis everything she says just sounds so smart XD

[@kambam1617]

Shit this makes me wanna chip my hands off those hands look cool af

[@SternLX]

Well, you could just get Gloves and Gantlets that look the same. :)

[@thelaughingelmoprimeminist4001]

kameron keaton *chip hands off* Me: Bionicle: the legend reborn

[@sorren0_0.30]

kameron keaton GET A DANM GLOVES

[@megigorjan3502]

Don't it will cost you $ and lot of it

[@tapasssbiswasss8389]

She is so positive and full of energy. I really like her positiveness and and those guy who help her I want to tell them, they are doing good job. keep going guys, keep going,,,

[@sorashiro9001]

hmm.. should I cut my arm 🤔

[@Fqllenangelz]

Oml

[@sorashiro9001]

it's a joke

[@heartnobody25]

Tottaly be like the rest of us nubby people

[@Fallennn]

Sora & Shiro yeah definitely me too and i buy pairs of robot arms

[@FaJinFang]

Bloxi Clocks thats not nice

[@cowoganteng3776]

Beautiful child,and amazing,👍👍👍👍👍

[@charliespence781]

That’s my teachers daughter

[@SnackZatPC]

Charlie Spence so basicly her mom is ur teacher?😑

[@alexkpi1h_iykwim879]

Charlie Spence your lieing

[@alexkpi1h_iykwim879]

SnackZ atPC or the dad

[@funtimewithaliyah9574]

you are kidding, stop trying to be cool.

[@CALLUM1888]

Fake news

[@joestephens7480]

I love that guy who offered to by the other hand tbf its something i would hope i can do to bring joy to people later in my life

[@matthewevans3543]

She never asked for this

[@gachaporn7875]

Matthew Evans yeah

[@dani-hh6ef]

she really looks like a super hero omg

[@ssnoxx2366]

I'm happy for Tilly!😊

[@marianasurfer5218]

Ok she’s so cute, sweet, positive and gorgeous! Hope is happy with her cool hands 😎🙌🏼

[@marlonreyes3167]

That is freaking cool and she's such a sweetheart i want those bionic hands stay positive because that's who you are a positive beautiful young lady you rock woohoo

[@Paniiiiiiiiii]

She is so beautiful...

[@joestephens7480]

I love her outlook on life.

[@mykal145]

she looks like a superhero :)

[@eyecandy9568]

She was cute the first time.... omg with that arm and how she grown she is a dream...

[@alishacardona3824]

She is littarily a super-hero.amazing.I want to be her.well I'm a boy and I'm 12 but that would be soooooo cool.good for you tilly!

[@travisgoff99]

Tully is inspiring young lady.

[@marcosmedia7463]

she looks beatiful no judge because i am 12. She also has a WIIU! AWESOME!

[@margaretcooper797]

What a brave lass and she is so matter of fact and is not sorry for herself ,dealing with such a set back in her life,

[@vamven]

She's so inspirational ❤️❤️❤️

[@poolhall9632]

Bionic humans are going to be awesome.

[@gkshighfalutintubeexperien8205]

She's lucky she's born this decade that bionic hands are a thing... wish her luck in life

[@RokushoHasashi]

I've heard so many good things about Open Bionics, they have really gotten big throughout the years and they're doing a great job building prosthetics

[@samlevinson6670]

God bless you young lady good lucky

[@robertoenmanuelpinedaochoa8974]

It's nice and great!!! God bless for help many people!!

[@Biribiu]

Excellent job doc. Im very happy for her.