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Prosthetic Socket Fit Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis AM2021-OS05
2021 Annual Meeting Education Content
Keyword(s)
AM2021-OS05, organized session, os5
Credit Information
2.0 Credits (Scientific)
Author(s)
Brian Kaluf, CP, FAAOP
Description
This session will apply a framework for identifying the root cause of prosthetic socket fit issues. Examples from experience and research evidence will show how reducing confounding factors and focusing on adjustments and interventions that can be influenced results in improved overall fit and function of lower limb prostheses.
Learning Objectives:
- Summarize the influential factors which affect socket fit quality - Recognize when fit issues require prosthetic or medical intervention
- Evaluate the root cause of prosthesis related limb pain
- Develop a treatment plan for socket fit management, adjustment, or revision
- Employ a variety of techniques to optimize the fit of a prosthetic socket - Describe emerging research and technology for improving socket fit