Week 3

Question 0

What is the self-suspending olecranon trimline?

Answer 0

1/2-1 inch

Question 1

What is the rigid olecranon trimline?

Answer 1

1/2 in

Question 2

How much less is the PML compared to the ML across the epicondyles?

Answer 2

3/8-1/2 less

Question 3

For a long residual limb flexible hinges socket what are the distinguishing features?

Answer 3

Olecranon is encased and protected
Flared edges
Flat against ulna

Question 4

Hat are the distinguishing features of the long self suspending socket?

Answer 4

Flat against ulna

Olecranon protected

Question 5

For the self suspending short socket, what is the angle the channel is at?

Answer 5

45 degrees

Question 6

What angle should the elbow be at for the short self suspending socket?

Answer 6

60-70 degrees

Question 7

How much should you take away from the channel for the epicondyles for a short self suspending socket?

Answer 7

3/16 inch less

Question 8

For a short self suspending socket, how much is taken away from the PML?

Answer 8

3/8-1/2 inch less

Question 9

What maintains suspension in extension?

Answer 9

A generous flare

Question 10

How much is the anterior trimline reduced at the cubital fold?

Answer 10

1/8inch

Question 11

How much is the olecranon built up?

Answer 11

3/16-1/4 inch

Question 12

How much is added to the buildup distal to the cubital fold?

Answer 12

1/4in

Question 13

How much is added to the end of the bone ends?

Answer 13

1/8inch

Question 14

How much do you take away from the proximal sides of the radius and ulna right before the flare?

Answer 14

1/8-3/16 inch

Question 15

How much do you build up the epicondyles?

Answer 15

1/8-3/16 inches

Question 16

Which side do you keep flat?

Answer 16

The ulnar side

Question 17

What should be flattened on a wrist disarticulation modification?

Answer 17

The proximal anterior by the cubital fold

Question 18

How much should the epicondyles be built up on a wrist disarticulation mod?

Answer 18

1/8-3/16 inch

Question 19

What should be done on a wrist disarticulation mod that will help control sup/pronation?

Answer 19

Pinch radius and ulna to create a screwdriver shape

Lateral should be flatter than medial

Question 20

How much pre-flexion should be added to a wrist disarticulation and long BE?

Answer 20

0-5 degrees

Question 21

How much should the elbow be pre-flexed for a mid length BE?

Answer 21

10-15 degrees

Question 22

How much should the elbow be pre-flexed for a short BE?

Answer 22

15-25 degrees

Question 23

How much should the wrist be canted?

Answer 23

3-5 degrees