Amputee Flashcards
What is a Syme’s amputation
ankle disarticulation with preservation of heel pad to allow weight bearing
What is the maximum number of socks that should be used with a prosthetic?
15
What is a benefit of an exoskeleton style shank?
durability
What is a benefit of an endoskeleton style shank?
improved cosmesis.
Modular components can increase ease of adjustment
What are pressure sensitive areas on a transtibial residual limb
anterior tibia,
anterior tibial crest
fibular head/neck
fibular nerve
What are pressure tolerant areas of a transtibial residual limb
patellar tendon
medial tibial plateau
tibial/fibular shafts
when might a thigh corset be used for a transtibial amputation
patients with excessive sensitivity to the residual limb.
What is an issue with using a thigh corset for a transtibial amputation?
pistoning
In a variable friction prosthetic knee, when is the friction increased?
in early swing to prevent excessive heel rise
in late swing to prevent terminal swing impact
What are downsides to a hydraulic knee?
cost, complication, and weight
Which walls of a quadrilateral socket are raised?
anterior and lateral
–2.5-3 inches higher than medial and posterior
What are pressure sensitive areas for a transfemoral residual limb?
distolateral femur
pubic symphsis
perineal area
What are pressure tolerant areas of a transfemoral residual limb
ischial tuberosity,
gluteals
Lateral limb
What is the name of the strap that can be used to anchor a TF prosthetic around the pelvis?
Silesian bandage
