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Transtibial Prosthetics Presentation

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Types of Prostheses   Post-Operative; Temporary; Definitive  
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Post-Operative Prostheses   Eliminates contracture potential; Reduces time to fitting of preparatory prosthesis; Restricted use on vascular/diabetic pt due to skin abrasion & inability to monitor residual limb  
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Preparatory Prosthesis   Basic- socket, pylon, foot; Allows early ambulation, promotes residual limb shrinkage; ~4-8 months Adjustable socket/interface Adjustable/interchangeable components; No cosmetic finish; 2nd socket req'd w/ extreme edema/rapid limb reduction  
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Definitive Prosthesis   Fit once limb stabilizes shape/size; Typically 3-5 yrs; Cosmetic & finished; Replace PRN  
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Endoskeletal Design   Modular; Anatomically shaped foam w/ soft cover; Pylon- aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, carbon; Adjustable, lightweight  
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Exoskeletal Design   Hard outer covering-laminated; Durable- pts in construction/farming; Not easily adjusted  
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Conventional Fabrication   Cast residual limb (- impression); Fill w/ plaster (+ mold) Add- tibial tub & crest, distal tib/fib, fib head, hams Remove- patella tendon, tib flare, popliteal area, calf mm Dx socket- static & dynamic alignments; Definitive socket laminated, foam s  
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Computer-Aided Fabrication (CAD/CAM)   Cast/scan residual limb; Converted to computer; Modified on computer; Sent to carver, + mold created out of foam; Same as conventional fabrication  
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Prosthetic Feet   Used on 90% pts  
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Foot Failure- Alignment   Socket & components not set in appropriate alignment; Forces improperly interacting with foot components & causing pre-mature wear  
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Foot Failure- Pt. Selection   Pt's activity level doesn't correspond to foot design; Pt's weight/activity has increased since initial fitting  
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Foot Failure- Proper Use   Pt abuses foot: walking w/o shoes; improper heel height; water damage; dust/dirt damage; lack of maintenance  
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Foot Failure- Shoe Selection   Pt has change heel height; Shoes old & in disrepair; Shoes don't provide adequate support for prosthetic foot  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Physical   Pt. height, weight & functional age; Knee disarticulation; trans-femoral; hip disarticulation; hemi-pelvectomy; bilateral; pediatric; adult; geriatric  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Functional- FL 0   No ability or potential to ambulate or transfer  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Functional- FL 1   Ability/potential to transfer or ambulate on level surfaces at fixed cadence  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Functional- FL 2   Ability or potential for ambulation with ability to traverse low level barriers  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Functional- FL 3   Ability/potential to ambulate with variable cadence  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Functional- FL 4   Ability-potential to ambulate which exceeds basic ambulation skills  
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Choosing appropriate Foot- Financial   Initial investment; Maintenance; Replacement parts; Long-term replacement; Future insurance status  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Functional   Stability factor; Maintenance; Durability  
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Choosing Appropriate Foot- Patient Priorities   Function; Durability; Cosmetics; Comfort  
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Prosthetic Feet Functions   Joint stimulation; Shock absorption; Stable WB BoS; Muscle simulation; Cosmetically pleasing  
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Prosthetic Feet- Conventional   Solid-ankle cushioned heel (SACH); Stationary-attachment flexible endoskeletal (SAFE); Single-axis; Multi-axial; If not conventional, dynamic response/energy storing  
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SACH Foot   Solid Ankle Cushion Heel Simple design, low cost, lowest fxn; Cushion heel compresses on heel strike, rigid keel provides resistance during mid-stance; flexible forefoot provides rollover capabilities  
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SAFE Foot   Stationary Attachment Flexible Endoskeleton; Flexible internal keel permits tri-planar mvmt & easy "rollover"; Foot stiff & stable during stance  
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Single-Axis Foot   Provides PF & DF motion; Very stable at heel strike for AK amputees; Can adjust & exchange bumpers to modify foot response  
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Multi-Axis Foot   Multi-axial foot mvmt (PF/DF; Ev/Inv; IR/ER); Preferred for uneven terrain; Absorbs gait torque to reduce shearing forces on residual limb  
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Energy Storing/Dynamic Response   Internal keel structure "absorbs" energy during mid-stance & temrinal stance; "Releases" energy at pre-swing (toe off) to provide smoother/more energy efficient gait; Extremely lightweight & durable  
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Special Activity Foot   Accomodates unique & specific demands of athlete & sport; Typically customized foot can only be used for 1 specific activity or sport  
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Foot Enhancements- Vertical Shock Absorber   Built into foot or attached as separate component; Reduces impact forces during stance/heel strike; Reduces shear within socket; Improves rotational forces at heel strike  
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Foot Enhancements- Rotational Torque Absorber   Built into foot or attached separately; Absorbs gait torque to reduce shearing forces on residual limb; Provides rotation mobility for standing & twisting mvmts  
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Specialty Foot Considerations- Heel height adjustable foot   Pt can make adjustment to foot to accommodate various shoe heel heights while maintaining uniform distance from heel to the knee center  
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Socket Design   Patellar Tendon Bearing (PTB) Total Surface Bearing (TSB)  
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PTB- Areas of WB   Patellar tendon, medial tibial flare, fibular midshaft  
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PTB- Areas of Relief   Lateral tibia, head & distal end of fibula, tibial crest, distal end of tibia  
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PTB- Functions   Medial/lateral control rotation & provide ML stability; Posterior wall applies anterior force to PTB  
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Total Surface Bearing   Same areas of relief & WB as PTB, just not as aggressive; Idea is total global reduction; Distribute weight & pressure equally throughout limb  
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Liners   No liner; Pelite liner (custom); OTS gel liner; Custom gel liner  
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No liner   Hard socket- no liner, just sock or soft interface  
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Advantages & Disadvantages to No Liner   A: Less bulk, easier cleaning, fewer perspiration issues D: More difficult to fit, less comfortable  
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Advantages & Disadvantages to a Liner   A: Total contact= decreased edema; Modifications to liner D: Deterioration over time; Sanitation due to perspiration absorption; Increased weight; Difficulty donning  
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Pelite Liner   Commonly used with PTB socket; Distal end pad- plastazote or formed form  
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OTS Gel Liner   Even pressure distribution; Minimal shear forces; High shock absorption; Most limbs; Various thicknesses  
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Custom liner   Used with "problem" pts; Otto Bock TEC liner; Can vary in thickness; Increased cost with better fit  
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Types of Suspension   Supracondylar cuff; Supracondylar system; Supracondylar/suprapatellar system; Thigh corset; Waist belt; Suspension sleeve; Locking liner  
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Supracondylar Cuff   Cuff suspended above femoral condyles & proximal patella; Resists hyperextension  
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Supracondylar System   Wedge suspension on medial wall; Removable for donning & doffing; Wedge holds over femoral condyle  
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Supracondylar/Suprapatellar System (PTB SC/SP)   High walls encompass femoral condyles & patella; Used for extremely short limbs or ML instability  
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Thigh Corset   Leather lacer or laminate around thigh; Provides max ML stability; Controls hyperextension (check strap); Atrophies thigh  
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Waist Belt   Used most often in temporary; 2" webbing around waist attaches to supracondylar cuff; Inverted "Y" design  
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Suspension Sleeve   Gel liner next to skin; Sleeve over prosthesis pulled up over thigh sealing against skin; Creates sealed chamber & suspends leg  
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Locking Liner   Gel liner with locking mechanism; Pin attached to bottom; Slide into socket-locks; Press button to release  
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Vacuum System   Lower- mechanical pump out; expulsion valve; negative vacuum; Upper- higher vacuum with electric pump; sucks air out  
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Exam/Checkout Procedure   Static (standing); Static (sitting); Dynamic (walking)  
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Standing Exam   Foot flat on floor (with shoe); Correct height; No leaning pylon  
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Sitting Exam   Adequate hamstring relief; Liner pulled up; When donning- invert liner completely to avoid any excess air  
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Walking Exam   Gait deviations noted; Pistoning minimal; No leaning pylon  
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Sock Wear   As limb shrinks inside socket- replaces lost volume to maintain total contact; Different thickness "ply"; Add cushioning; Reduce friction  
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Liner Care   Wipe, wash, rinse well daily; Allow to dry thoroughly; Don't invert; Inspect for cracks  
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Socket Care   Wash with soap & water; Allow to dry thoroughly  
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