I am treating an obese transtibial patient. He was 360 pounds when I made his
preparatory prosthesis. I employed the Magnum components from Ohio Willow
Wood.
My patient wanted the best possible components for his difinitive prosthesis.
He chose the VSP Reflex from FlexFoot. FlexFoot designed the VSP component
for his current weight of over 400 pounds. The new prosthesis is
approximately 1 pound heavier than his preparatory. He cannot use the 3 S as
he cannot donn the liner and feels the additional weight.
Does anyone have a suggestion for components that will function for a man of
this weight? I would want the company to warranty any components used.
Even Magnum will not warranty their components for this weight.
Thanks for your assistance in advance.
David F. Cooney, PT, CPO
