Dear Bill & List
I hope you can find a solution for your patient.
You may want to checkout the waterproof
“XeroSox” vacuum-sealed cast and prosthesis cover at
http://members.aol.com/RealSource/realxero.html
Hope this helps
Best Regards
Tom Benoit
In a message dated 97-12-11 21:10:20 EST, you write:
<< [email protected] Dear All, I'm seeing a 37 year old male with a knee disarticulation. His height is 6'1'' and weight is 155. He's very active and sails competitively. He is always getting his prosthesis wet. Currently he's using an Otto Bock 3R30 titanium 4-bar with internal spring assist and a flex foot. His residual limb is mature with very prominent condyles and is end bearing. The socket is not ischial level and is open anteriorly to permit entry with a leather tongue and velcro closure. This is a perfect patient! And I haven't fitted one of those in a while! I'd appreciate recommendations for knee componentry for this activity level. What endoskeletal knees are people having success with? Which knees have a high level of function and are durable? Also, I'd appreciate comments on socket design for the prominent femoral condyles. I'd like to use suction using a silicone type liner without socket lock. What suction designs are being used that would accommodate the condyles? Thank you for your comments. Bill Velicky >>
