Technical note--tilting stubbies.
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چکیده
Bilateral amputees who are fitted with standard full length prostheses find it difficult to walk fast or climb up and down stairs. Usually stubbies, or short prostheses with non-articulated rocker bottoms, are also provided, especially for geriatric amputees. An interchangeable system has been evolved which enables the same prosthesis to be used either as a full length prosthesis or as a stubby. An above-knee prosthesis is converted into a stubby by removing the shin and foot piece from the socket/knee unit and replacing it with an articulated hollow rocker. The tilting of the socket/knee unit which is made possible by the articulation at the junction of the rocker and socket enables the amputee to lower his body to use Indian type toilets with the help of a low level folding portable commode, in addition, tilting helps the amputee to work outdoors in gardens and fields. The interchangeable system is particularly suitable for bilateral amputees in developing countries.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Prosthetics and orthotics international
دوره 5 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1981