Seeking your input
Joe
Description
Collection
Title:
Seeking your input
Creator:
Joe
Date:
11/12/2001
Text:
I have the opportunity to discuss with an orthopedic surgeon the wish
list point of view of prosthetists.
Some of you have had that opportunity, others would like the
opportunity. If you had the opportunity to do the same what points
would you bring up. The doc is certainly aware of most I would
gather. But what the heck. I have seen some strange amputations in the
last few years. However my short time in the profession has not afforded
me the opportunity to see thousands of amputations that collectively you
have. I have some data that I will present on Urtl procedures that are
worth looking into. Also, round is better than sharp, beveling is good,
tibia longer than fibula, what can be done to minimize adhesions,
massage?, tissue mobilization?; utilize soft tissue as cushion for the
bones when possible, IPOPs bring the amputee to higher levels of
activity sooner (of course I will need data). Longer is not always
better for today's advanced componentry, six inches below the knee is
generally good. PT training when possible, before and after, to
minimize hip/ knee flexion problems for faster rehab.
Give it a shot folks,
Thanks
Joe Harvey, ABC Board Eligible Prosthetist
list point of view of prosthetists.
Some of you have had that opportunity, others would like the
opportunity. If you had the opportunity to do the same what points
would you bring up. The doc is certainly aware of most I would
gather. But what the heck. I have seen some strange amputations in the
last few years. However my short time in the profession has not afforded
me the opportunity to see thousands of amputations that collectively you
have. I have some data that I will present on Urtl procedures that are
worth looking into. Also, round is better than sharp, beveling is good,
tibia longer than fibula, what can be done to minimize adhesions,
massage?, tissue mobilization?; utilize soft tissue as cushion for the
bones when possible, IPOPs bring the amputee to higher levels of
activity sooner (of course I will need data). Longer is not always
better for today's advanced componentry, six inches below the knee is
generally good. PT training when possible, before and after, to
minimize hip/ knee flexion problems for faster rehab.
Give it a shot folks,
Thanks
Joe Harvey, ABC Board Eligible Prosthetist
Citation
Joe, “Seeking your input,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 6, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/217950.
