With the right equipment, arm amputees can enjoy the exhilarating experience of downhill skiing.

It can be difficult to teach beginners, especially young children, so perseverance is the key. A ski harness can help by allowing the teacher to control direction and speed while giving the child some independence.

AT-Ski-TD (All Terrain Ski Terminal Device) by TRS - suitable for adolescents and adults, it can be used for different types of skiing. A quick disconnect pole and a unique flex-away joint allows the pole to pivot during a fall reducing or eliminating stress and shock to the amputee.
Custom-made heated ski arm - some arm amputees experience discomfort when their artificial limb gets cold when spending time on the slopes. A possible solution is a battery-powered heating system that can be added to the ski arm.
Hosmer Ski Hand - made of molded silicone, this device resembles a closed hand and has an opening which will hold either a ski or fishing pole.
Ski mitt - a device can be specially made which resembles a mitt into which the amputee's residual limb slides. A velcro strap in the position of the wrist secures the device. The ski pole inserts into the device at the position of the palm, enabling the amputee to grasp the ski pole.
When the residual limb is too long for commercial terminal devices, the prosthetist can custom manufacture a device to hold the pole. An important feature of any device is a quick release mechanism that will let go of the pole if the amputee falls, to prevent injury.