Distal weight bearing in transtibial prosthesis users wearing pin suspension.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Low-level distal weight bearing in transtibial prosthesis users may help maintain perfusion and improve both proprioception and residual limb tissue health.

Methods

The primary objectives of this research were to develop a sensor to continuously measure distal weight bearing, evaluate how prosthesis design variables affected weight bearing levels, and assess fluctuations in distal weight bearing during at-home and community use.

Results

In-lab testing on a small group of participants wearing adjustable sockets demonstrated that if distal contact was present, when socket size was increased distal weight bearing increased and when socket size was reduced distal weight bearing decreased. During take-home use, participants accepted the distal weight bearing l

SUBMITTER: Krout AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10773776 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature