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Principles of Elevated Vacuum Prosthetic Applications: Transfemoral Applications
Ryan Caldwell, CP/L, FAAOP is an ABC-Certified prosthetist at Hanger Clinic in Schaumburg, IL with over 20 years of experience and expertise in advanced lower limb prosthetic sockets using active vacuum technology. As a key developer of the NU FlexSIV socket system, he has contributed significantly to improving prosthetic outcomes for above-knee amputees. He also serves as a faculty lecturer and research prosthetist at Northwestern University, where he has led pioneering courses and research in active vacuum prosthetics.
Description
This course provides a comprehensive overview of transfemoral prosthetic management, focusing on applying active vacuum technology to improve suspension, limb health, and functional performance. In this module, you will explore key considerations in socket design, patient goals, and the benefits of newer technologies such as direct and modular sockets. Through in-depth case presentations, participants will learn about socket systems, proper liner selection, and how to accommodate complex residual limb presentations.
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