JPO 1992 Vol. 4, Num. 2

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Gait Analysis and Energy Cost of Below- Knee Amputees Wearing Six Different Prosthetic Feet
Daryl G. Barth, BS, CPO
Laura Schumacher, BS, CP
Susan Sienko Thomas, B.Sc.
In this study, the dynamic gait characteristics of amputees - who were divided into Vascular and Traumatic groups - were scientifically measured by using motion analysis. Energy expenditure was also studied while the subjects wore the SACH, S.A.F.E. ...
 
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Silicone-Only Suspension (SOS) for the Above-Knee Amputee
Louis J. Haberman, CPO
Robert A. Bedotto, CPO, LPT
Ellen J. Colodney, MD
A new application of the silicone liner provides true suction suspension yet eliminates the need for any mechanical attachments to the socket. SOS also protects the residuum from friction and shear forces, does not torque soft tissue and offers a sim...
 
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Effect of a Tone-Inhibiting Dynamic Ankle-Foot Orthosis on the Foot- Loading Pattern of a Hemiplegic Adult:A Preliminary Study
Karen Mueller, MS, PT
Mark Cornwall, PhD, PT
Thomas McPoil, PhD, PT
David Mueller, PT, CPO
Jane Barnwell, MD
As a result of wearing a DAFO, the study's subject experienced greater stability through the foot during stance as evidenced by significant increases in total foot area contact with the pressure plate and total force generated through the foot. In ad...
 
93
Prosthetic/Orthotic Management After Recent Hemipelvectomy for a Myelomeningocele Patient
David F. Moretto, BS, CP
Jean L. Minkel, MS, PT
Mary D. Cardi, MS, PT
The authors developed a seating device that provides a wheelchair-bound hemipelvectomy patient with a stable base of support for independent sitting and return of functional skills.
 
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Myoelectric Partial-Hand Prosthesis
Robert Putzi, CPO
A young man with burns covering 80 percent of his body needed two prostheses. Considering his severe burns, fitting the prostheses proved difficult because normal procedures didn't apply. To solve this dilemma, Putzi re-created a myoelectric prosthes...
 
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The Lateral Abductor Device
Claude Valiquette, CP(c)
Guy Robert, OT
Jean Audet, Eng jr.
A new alternative to the pommels use to promote hip abduction, this device combines reportedly functionally and physiologically sound features to create proper manipulation techniques for wheelchair-bound patients with strong abduction and flexion sp...
 
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Technical Note: The Anatomical Above-Knee Suspension Belt
Vern M. Swanson, CP
This new suspension belt system consists of a pelvic joint with custom acrylic anatomical belt and soft interface liner to provide increased patient comfort, reduced skin irritation and better hygiene.