JPO 1989 Vol. 1, Num. 4

191
Carbon Fiber Articulated AFO - An Alternative Design
Steven Hale, M.Sc., C.O.(c)
The author presents a unique AFO design which utilizes plastic laminates and carbon fibers. Casting methods are described and a case study of a patient fitted with an articulated AFO is reviewed.
 
199
Technical Note: A Casting and Modification Method for the M.L. Socket
Vernon Rothschild, C.P.
Explained is a casting method and cast modification technique for the fabrication of a narrow M.L. socket.
 
202
Process of Development and Application of Porous Plastic to Prosthetic Sockets
Toshiro Nakamura, O.A.
Eiji Hatano, M.D.
Polyester hydrate sockets prove to provide the amputated residual limb with a cleaner, more comfortable environment than sockets constructed of non-porous plastics.
 
211
An Easy-to-Fabricate Temporary Syme's Prosthesis
John E. Rooney, Prosthetist
Michael S. Pinzur, M.D.
The author contends that it is possible to accommodate volume and shape changes of a Syme's amputation and eliminate the need for frequent cast changes by adding prosthetic socks or inner wall padding.
 
213
The Garden State Tri-Wall Expansion Socket System (TESS)
Louis J. Haberman, C.P.O.
Originally designed to enhance the comfort level of the uneventful below-knee amputee, the TESS also offers solutions for fitting troublesome residual limbs.
 
220
Subjective and Objective Analysis of an Energy-Storing Prosthetic Foot
Michael R. Menard, M.D., Ph.D.
D. Duncan Murray, M.D., FRCPC
Determined are clinical situations in which the energy-storing prosthetic foot rates superior to the conventional prosthetic foot.
 
231
The Effect of Malleolar Prominence on Polypropylene AFO Rigidity and Buckling
Wesley Golay, C.O.
Thomas Lunsford, M.S.E., C.O.
Brenda Rae Lunsford, M.S.
Jack Greenfield, C.O.
The authors investigate the degree to which plastic AFOs buckle and lose rigidity with an increase in malleolar prominence.
 
242
Factors Affecting the Use of Prosthetic Services
Caroline C. Nielsen, Ph.D.
Richard A. Psonak, C.P.
Terry L. Kalter, C.P.
Researchers identify factors which effect patient use of prosthetic services through interviews with 21 amputees. Uncovered are a variety of patient concerns and experiences which will aid the prosthetist in providing more effective patient care ...