AK BK Flashcards
0
Q
silesian belt
A
like the SC cuff in the BK
comes up over iliac crests
partial suction
1
Q
total elastic suspension
A
like the over the knee sleeve in the BK
-it is partial suction, with belt
2
Q
pelvic band suspension
A
like thigh corset in the BK
doesnt use suction, good for limb that fluctuates in size
leather band encircles pelvis
mechanical hip joint over the real joint
3
Q
total suction suspension
A
if not belts or straps
easier in AK to do total suction because tissues more tolerant to suction
