JPO 1991 Vol. 3, Num. 4

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Gait Comparisons for Below-Knee Amputees Using a Flex-Foot(TM) Versus a Conventional Prosthetic Foot
Pamela A. Macfarlane, Ph.D.
David H. Nielsen, L.P.T., Ph.D.
Donald G. Shurr, L.P.T., c.o.
Kenneth Meier, C.P.
The authors conducted this study to identify differences in physical gait performance of below-knee amputees during Flex-Foot and conventional prosthetic foot walking over a functional range of speeds and grades. The focus was on linear, temporal and...
 
162
Establishing Parameters Affecting the Use of Myoelectric Prostheses in Children: A Preliminary Investigation
Gary M. Berke, M.S., C.P.
Caroline C. Nielsen, Ph.D.
In identifying the parameters that affect the use of myoelectric upper extremity prostheses in children, the authors evaluated the patterns of use and function of the prosthesis in relationship to (1) length of the residual limb, (2) age of first fit...
 
168
Effect of a Walking Splint and Total Contact Casts on Plantar Forces
Andrew Novick, MA., P.T.
James A. Birke, M.S., P.T.
Sandra L. Graham, M.S., P.T.
Edward Koziatek, P.T.
This study examined the walking splint, total contact casts with two different terminal devices (the rubber walking heel and the cast boot), and a conventional leather oxford shoe to determine their effect on plan tar forces and pressure.
 
179
Practical Benefits of Flex-Foot(TM) in Below-Knee Amputees
H. Alaranta, M.D.
A. Kinnunen, C.P.O.
M. Karkkainen, M.Sc.(Eng.)
T. Pohjolainen, M.D.
M. Heliovaara, Research Officer
The authors have evaluated the subjective advantages for walking with the Flex-Foot and a conventional prosthesis - the SACH foot with patellar tendon-bearing socket - and report their findings here.
 
182
A Clear Polycarbonate Face Mask for the Treatment of Hypertrophic Scars
S.Locke, C.P.O.(c)
S. Smith, C.P.(c)
B. Szeliski-Scott, B.Sc.O.T.
E.D. Lemaire, M.Sc.
According to the authors, using clear thermoplastics in the fabrication of a face mask for treating hypertrophic scars has many benefits over treatment using traditional elastic fabric garments. They describe these benefits and provide casting and fa...
 
191
Technical Note: An Alternative Below-Knee Ultra Lite Technique
Vern M. Swanson, C.P.
One of prosthetists' main goals is to design and fabricate lightweight below-knee prostheses. With this goal in mind, Swanson presents an alternative to the Otto Bock ultra lite technique. Swanson's technique uses wax to provide the shape of the shin...
 
201
Technical Note: Interchangeable Feet
Art E. Price, C.P.O.
A viable alternative for some amputees involves the use of interchangeable feet so they can follow current footwear fashion. Price relates how he has been able to fit patients with feet that allow the same (or reasonably similar) gait characteristics...