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97
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The Incidence of Dermatological Problems in the Silicone Suspension Sleeve User
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Christopher Lake, CP
Terry J. Supan, CPO
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The authors developed a survey and collected data to investigate the incidence of dermatological problems in silicone sleeve users. Strong trends were noted indicating dermatological problems are influenced by aging, activity level, and use patterns.
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107
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Body Image: The Inner Mirror
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James W. Breakey, PhD, CP
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This article attempts to provide prosthetists and orthotists with insight into the relationship between body image and psychosocial well-being.
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113
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Effects of Design Variants in Lower-Limb Prostheses on Gait Synergy
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Mark R. Pitkin, PhD
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The author summarizes typical lower-limb malalignments and their consequences and explains the development of a mathematical model that links stresses on the residuum in transtibial amputees with the moment of resistance in the prosthetic ankle at th...
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123
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Design Concepts for an Endoskeletal Child-Size Hand
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Maurice LeBlanc, MSME, CP
Yoshio Setoguchi, MD
William D. Bowen, MSMSE
Cameron Miner, MSME
Frank Burkholder
Steven Chen
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This article discusses a new endoskeletal design for prosthetic hands for young children with upper-limb deficiencies. Preliminary findings in tests of the new design indicate this endoskeletal approach may improve efficiency, appearance and feel co...
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127
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Outcomes Forum: Facing the Future of Orthotics and Prosthetics Proactively: Theory and Practice of Outcomes Measures as a Method for Determining Quality of Services
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Adrian A. Polliack, PhD, MIPEM
Stefan Moser, CPO, CPed
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This first article to appear in the new JPO Outcomes Forum, this article discusses the reasons why O&P practitioners should use the outcomes measures and illustrates how they can be applied to all aspects of clinical practice.
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135
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Technical Note: Friction-Free Cable System: Alternative Cable System for Transhumeral-Level Conventional Prosthesis
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Waldo Esparza, CP
Joseph J. Ivko Sr.
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The authors describe an improved cable guide assembly applicable to conventional transhumeral prosthetic devices and explain why the occasional changing of cables with this system is easily accomplished by the patient.
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