Q2: Subatmospheric socket tech: a clinical perspective Flashcards
1
Q
Patient perceived benefits
A
- increased linkage
- residual limb volume maintenance
- better proprioception
2
Q
Clinical observations
A
- limb health
- activity levels/ADLs
3
Q
Benefits of Active Vacuum Tech
A
- beyond suspension
- reduces forces in the socket
- improves proprioception
- reduces fluctuations in RL
- tissue stiffening
4
Q
Hand Cast
A
- customized through experience of CPO
- highly variable
5
Q
CAD CAM
A
- reproducible shape capture
- digital record of patients limb
- custom modifications
6
Q
Otoobock vacuum cast
A
- 3 stage vacuum cast
- captures limb in two different position
- hands off
- holds plaster tight to the limb
7
Q
symphonie aqua cast
A
- hydrolics
- body weight for optimal loading
- redistribution of pressure based on individual anatomy
