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Thermoplastic Applications in Lower
Extremity Prosthetics
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C. Michael Schuch, C.P.O.
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The application of thermoplastic materials in lower extremity prosthetics dates
back further than many current advocates of its use may remember. Its popularity and use in this area are on the rise.
The author looks at the advantages, disadvantages a...
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Lower Extremity Thermoplastics: An
Overview
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William Clover Jr.
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There are many characteristics that
make thermoplastic very attractive for
use in the field. Clarity, flexibility, rigidity, faster processing time, localized adjustment by the use of heat, inert material and surface quality are just a few of
the ben...
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Thermoplastics in Lower Extremity
Prosthetics:Equipment, Components
and Techniques
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Charles H. Pritham, C.P.O.
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The author summarizes knowledge
about the techniques, equipment and
components used in thermoplastic fabrication of prostheses.
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Use of Copolymer for Interfaces in All
Levels of Prosthetic Applications
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Richard J. Rosenberg, C.P.O.
Robert Terry, Prosthetic Technician
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The authors have used copolymer for
virtually all interfaces at all levels for
endo- as well as exoskeletal designs.
They conclude that it produces a lighter
and stronger prosthesis and also takes
less time to fabricate compared to thermoset-plastic ...
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Ultra Lite Multiplex Mark V Modular
System Utilizing the Ultra Lite Retainer
Kit
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Joseph M. Leal, C.P.
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One of the most difficult things to do in
prosthetics is to provide follow-up care
to a patient with a definitive prosthesis.
When trying to make changes to a prosthesis worn by a patient, it must be recognized that on any particular day, the
prosthe...
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A Technique for Thermoforming Hip
Disarticulation Prosthetic Sockets
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Clarence Imler, C.P.
Michael Quigley, C.P.O.
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The authors describe a technique for
thermoforming a Pe-Lite liner, hip attachment plate and copolymer socket
for hip disarticulation prostheses, which
requires less than half of the fabrication
time of conventional laminations.
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Technical Note: Thermoplastic Use in the
Geriatric Knee-Disarticulation
Prosthesis
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Joel J. Kempfer, C.P.
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A thermoplastic socket with titanium
endoskeletal components can be used to
fabricate a strong, yet extremely lightweight prosthesis which works well for
geriatric knee disarticulation patients.
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Technical Note: Light Weight Hip
Disarticulation Prosthesis
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Joel J. Kempfer, C.P.
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The author describes how to reduce the
overall weight of a hip disarticulation
prosthesis by using thermoplastic.
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Experience with Endoflex: A Monolithic
Thermoplastic Prosthesis for Below-Knee Amputees
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Thomas J. Valenti, C.O.
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The author presents a new prosthetic
design for below-knee amputees. The
prosthesis incorporates a monolithic
socket and pylon combination and may
be attached to commercially available
prosthetic feet.
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Clinical Experience with Total Thermoplastic Lower Limb Prostheses
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Vernon R. Rothschild, C.P.O.
John R. Fox, C.O.
John W. Michael, M.Ed., C.P.O.
Russell J. Rothschild, B.S.
George Playfair, Technician
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A practical technique for fabricating
hollow, all-thermoplastic BK prostheses weighing an average of 1.5 pounds
has been developed over the past nine
years. The authors share this concept.
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