JPO 1989 Vol. 1, Num. 1

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Letter From The Editor
Charlie Pritham, CPO
 
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A Brief History of English-Language Periodicals in Prosthetics and Orthotics
A. Bennett Wilson, Jr.
This article traces the development of orthotics and prosthetics periodicals from the first publication in 1946 to this first issue of the Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics
 
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Electronic Orthoses: Technology, Prototypes, and Practices
Philip Muccio, C.P.O.
Brian Andrews, Ph.D.
E. Byron Marsolais, M.D., Ph.D.
The authors review Functional Electrical Stimulation systems of varying complexity and purpose. The involvement of orthotists is emphasized
 
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Application of the Transcutaneous Oxygen Monitor to Amputees Undergoing Early Fitting of Below-Knee Patellar Tendon Bearing Prostheses
Keith Linge
Dalton A. Boot, F.R.C.S., M.Ch.Orth
Suresh Keetarut, F.R.C.S.
The authors discuss using the transcutaneous oxygen monitor to help determine which patients are most suitable for an early fitting of a patellar tendon bearing prosthesis.
 
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Comparison of Energy Cost and Gait Efficiency During Ambulation in Below-Knee Amputees Using Different Prosthetic Feet - A Preliminary Report
David H. Nielsen, L.P.T., Ph.D.
Donald G. Shurr, L.P.T., C.O.
Jane C. Golden, L.P.T., M.S.
Kenneth Meier, C.P.
The purpose of this study was to investigate differences in selfselected walking velocity, relative exercise intensity, oxygen consumption, and gait efficiency during ambulation with the Flex-Foot™ versus the conventional prosthetic foot.
 
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The Carbon Copy II - From Concept to Application
Robert Arbogast, B.S.I.E.
C. Joseph Arbogast
The authors outline the development of the Carbon Copy II prosthetic foot from the creation of its design in 1974 to its present acceptance by the prosthetic community.
 
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Dynamic Alignment Options for the Flex-Foot(TM)
C. Michael Schuch, C.P.O.
A review of the alignment devices that are currently available for the Flex-FootT and several alternative methods of alignment.
 
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Myoelectric Wiring Technique for Children and Young Adults
Mark Moseley, C.P.
Eric Baron, C.P.O.
Two versions of a technique dubbed the "wireless battery" are presented. The authors suggest that these techniques improve the feasibility of myoelectric prosthetic applications for the young child.
 
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Evaluation of a New Design: Body-Powered, Upper-Extremity Prosthesis Without Shoulder Harness
Donna Meeks, O.T.R.
Maurice LeBlanc, M.S.M.E., C.P.
The results of fitting a Triceps Power Capture below-elbow prothesis in two clinical trials is examined.
 
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Workshop on Teaching Materials for Above-Knee Socket Varients
Charles H. Pritham, C.P.O
This report summarizes nomenclature, general specifications for shape and contour, casting and fitting techniques, and biomechanics on NSNA, Shamp, and UCLA/CAT-CAM sockets. Attendees make recommendations on nomenclature, future development needs, an...
 
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An Adaptive Drumming Device for a Bilateral Above-Knee Amputee
Judd E. Lundt, B.S., A.E.