Knee Disarticulation / Waterproof Protection

Knee Disarticulation / Waterproof Protection

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Dear Bill & List

I hope you can find a solution for your patient.
You may want to checkout the waterproof
XeroSox vacuum-sealed cast and prosthesis cover at
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Hope this helps
Best Regards
Tom Benoit



In a message dated 97-12-11 21:10:20 EST, you write:

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 Dear All,

 I'm seeing a 37 year old male with a knee disarticulation. His height
 is 6'1'' and weight is 155. He's very active and sails competitively.
 He is always getting his prosthesis wet. Currently he's using an Otto
 Bock 3R30 titanium 4-bar with internal spring assist and a flex foot.
 His residual limb is mature with very prominent condyles and is end
 bearing. The socket is not ischial level and is open anteriorly to
 permit entry with a leather tongue and velcro closure.

 This is a perfect patient! And I haven't fitted one of those in a
 while! I'd appreciate recommendations for knee componentry for this
 activity level. What endoskeletal knees are people having success
 with? Which knees have a high level of function and are durable?

 Also, I'd appreciate comments on socket design for the prominent
 femoral condyles. I'd like to use suction using a silicone type liner
 without socket lock. What suction designs are being used that would
 accommodate the condyles?

 Thank you for your comments.

 Bill Velicky >>