Lecture 6 - Prosthetic phase Flashcards
What are causes of amputation
What are the different levels of LE amputations
What are important characteristics for a transtibial amputation
Important characteristics of a transfemoral amputation
What are the stages of amputee rehab
Describe the pre-op phase of amputation
What does pre-op and post-op acute care look like for amputations
What does a general postsurgical assessment look like
What is monofilament testing
What are early, late and red flag post-op complications
What are the 3 areas of amputee rehab
Describe the non-prosthetic stage of rehab
Describe the pre-prosthetic phases of rehab, the goals and treatment
Describe how prosthetic prescription works and list some key determinants of being able to receive a prosthetic
Describe the importance of energy expenditure in terms of amputations
Describe the prosthetic prescription algorithm
In terms of prosthetic theory what are the prosthetic prescription essential elements and the functions of the prosthesis (first classification)
What is the classification of the prosthesis in terms of exo or endoskeletal design
Describe the prosthetic steps in terms of second classification
What are socket considerations in terms of pressure sensitive and tolerant areas
What is the criteria for fitting the prosthesis and some considerations for fitting and replacement
What are the characteristics of prosthetic training and a typical wearing schedule for a new amputee
What are STG for amps
What are LTG for amps
