Paige Cox, a 16-year-old from Somerset, was born without a right hand and has faced unique challenges throughout her life. Now, she is determined to raise £20,000 for a revolutionary bionic prosthetic arm that could transform her daily life and boost her confidence.
A passionate cricket player and proud Army Cadets member, Paige dreams of joining the armed forces one day. However, she knows she will need a prosthetic limb to improve her chances of acceptance. To achieve this, Paige has launched an online GoFundMe campaign to purchase a Hero Arm—a custom-fit, advanced 3D-printed bionic prosthetic.
This innovative arm, inspired by Iron Man and powered by muscle sensors, responds intuitively to Paige’s subtle muscle movements, enabling her to perform everyday tasks that many take for granted. Activities like tying shoelaces, cutting food, carrying trays, or even firing weapons during cadet exercises could soon become easier and more natural.
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Starting college soon to study psychology, law, and sociology, Paige admits that she often feels like “the odd one out” because of her disability. She shares, “While I’ve learned to adapt and find creative solutions for everyday tasks, there are still limitations I face. The Hero Arm would not only make life easier but also help me feel confident and empowered, turning perceived challenges into unique strengths.”
Paige also hopes the prosthetic will allow her to return to cricket with renewed confidence and look forward to trying rugby. She believes the Hero Arm will help her participate more fully in life, enhancing her independence and social experiences.
Raising funds through The Open Bionics Foundation, which strives to provide access to advanced prosthetics beyond NHS coverage, Paige has so far collected over £300. With continued community support, she hopes to make this life-changing upgrade a reality soon.