Effect of alignment perturbations in a trans-tibial prosthesis user: A pilot study.

Authors

  • Anna Courtney
  • Michael S. Orendurff
  • Arjan Buis

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-2075

Keywords:

alignment, distribution, measurement, perturbations, pressure, prostheses, trans-tibial.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: A recurring complication in trans-tibial prosthetic limb users is "poor socket fit" with painful residuum-socket interfaces, a consequence of excess pressure. This is due to both poor socket fit and poor socket alignment

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Published

2016-02-29

How to Cite

Courtney, A., Orendurff, M. S., & Buis, A. (2016). Effect of alignment perturbations in a trans-tibial prosthesis user: A pilot study. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 48(4), 396–401. https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-2075

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Section

Case Report