Prosthetics - Presentation Take Home Points

Question 1

what are immediate post op prosthetics (IPOP) good at increasing?

Answer 1

early ambulation after amputation

Question 2

what are the goals of IPOPs?

Answer 2

reduce swelling
protect residual limb

Question 3

what should a clinician be conscious of with IPOPs?

Answer 3

complications
patient pain tolerance

Question 4

Hand molded IPOPs are ________ but ________
prefabricated IPOPs are ________

Answer 4

more accessible ; non removable
more expensive

Question 5

Subischial socket:
proximal trimlines are below the ______, allowing for ______ and ________

Answer 5

ischial tuberosity
flexibility and muscle movement

Question 6

ischial socket:
supports the _____ and _______ for stability, but with limited _______ and increased prosthetist complexity

Answer 6

ischium and femur
hip extension

Question 7

what are benefits of subischial sockets?

Answer 7

enhanced comfort
increased hip ROM
improved proprioception
reduced pressure points
better tissue health

Question 8

what are drawbacks of subischial sockets?

Answer 8

reduced pelvic control requiring more muscular strength and stability

Question 9

subischial socket:
northwestern design:
provides ________
reduces ______
improves ________
associated with ________

Answer 9

– vacuum suspension
– pistoning
– proprioception
– improved hip ROM due to lower trimlines

Question 10

subischial socket:
Hybrid design:
combines ______
benefits:
challenges:

Answer 10

– vacuum suspension with other mechanisms like locking pins
– customization, functional versatility, reduced irritation
– contraindications for individuals with poor tissue quality or silicone allergies

Question 11

true or false. powered ankle foot prosthesis for TTA should be the first intervention used

Answer 11

false - should not

Question 12

true or false. alternative interventions for powered ankle foot prosthesis for TTA WILL provide the same functionality

Answer 12

false - will not

Question 13

what is unique about powered ankle foot prosthesis for TTA?

Answer 13

it is the first and only ankle foot system that actively powered plantarflexors (replaces gastroc and soleus muscle)

Question 14

when considering powered ankle foot prosthesis for TTA it is important to recognize:

Answer 14

what the patients current physical and functional status is - not jsut what they want to return to

Question 15

what is tthe DEKA arm?

Answer 15

powered upper extremity prosthetic device that comes in shoulder, humeral, and radial configurations to accommodate various levels of UE amputations

Question 16

what do the DEKA arm features enable users to do?

Answer 16

have fully functioning artificial limbs with fine motor control and allows for virtually all natural motions at every joint

Question 17

when compared to conventional prosthetics, patients with DEKA arm reported having:

Answer 17

less perceived disability and difficulty performing ADLs

Question 18

what is a positive thing about the DEKA arm that makes it more accessible to amputees?

Answer 18

constantly evolving technology
ongoing research and development aimed at further enhancing its capabilities

Question 19

although many types of finger/digit prosthesis exist, what is unique about them?

Answer 19

no two work the same

Question 20

what is the earliest invented and the most common prosthetic?

Answer 20

finger/digit prosthetic

Question 21

true or false. those who could benefit from a finger/digit prosthetic often choose NOT to wear one due to it being more cost effective

Answer 21

true

Question 22

what type of material are running prosthetics made of?

Answer 22

carbon fiber

Question 23

what are things running prosthetics can be personalized to?

Answer 23

the athletes’ foot orientation for their sport
weight
residual limb length

Question 24

what parts of the gait pattern will be modified with a running prosthesis?

Answer 24

no heel strike
increased hip flexion and circumduction
ipsilateral trunk lean

Question 25

what factors influence the runner’s biomechanics?

Answer 25

mass, height, stiffness, shape, alignment

Question 26

in order to run, do all amputees require a running prosthesis?

Answer 26

no - alternative interventions exist to help athletes still achieve functional participation