Development of gait, pediatric prosthetics Flashcards
1
Q
Van Ness rotationplasty and endoprosthesis are limb sparing or amputaiton process?
A
limb sparing!
2
Q
What is the major disadvantage of limb sparing procedures (except rotationplasty?)
A
avoidance of contact sports
3
Q
What two ways can endoprosthesis be performed?
A
surgery
magnetic field
TWO WAYS!
4
Q
Better ROM leads to what two things after limb sparing in LE in pts with sarcoma?
A
better QOL
better functional mobility
5
Q
Name the 4 main differences btwn pediatric and adult prosthetic management
A
- developmental: learning to walk in the first place
- growth
- componentry: needs to be lighter bc they are smaller
- psycological
6
Q
When should you begin fitting LE prosthesis in children?
A
when they stand
~10-12 months
7
Q
Until the age of 5 how many prosthesis a year will a child normally have
A
one
8
Q
______ prosthesis per _______ until ______ years old
A
ONE prosthesis per YEAR until FIVE years old
