Hemipelvectomy Sitting Device
Dennis Farrell, CP
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Title:
Hemipelvectomy Sitting Device
Creator:
Dennis Farrell, CP
Text:
Dear List,
Any experiences you can share regarding design and/or materials used in a
non-rigid, sitting device would be appreciated.
The patient is a 42 y/o female with a traumatic hemipelvectomy amputation
(pubic ramus, ischium and part of iliac wing are absent). The plan is to
initiate weight bearing tolerance via a sitting device, perhaps a garment
incorporating a flexible material (neoprene or equivalent) and an attached, external
buildup to establish symmetry for balanced sitting posture, as well as
comfortable pressure distribution. Patient's body weight = 90#.
If this is successful, a prescription for prosthetic fitting will
follow...if not, then a surgical revision to her pelvic skeletal structure may be
considered to create a more supportive residuum.
Your assistance is greatly appreciated,
Dennis Farrell, CP
Any experiences you can share regarding design and/or materials used in a
non-rigid, sitting device would be appreciated.
The patient is a 42 y/o female with a traumatic hemipelvectomy amputation
(pubic ramus, ischium and part of iliac wing are absent). The plan is to
initiate weight bearing tolerance via a sitting device, perhaps a garment
incorporating a flexible material (neoprene or equivalent) and an attached, external
buildup to establish symmetry for balanced sitting posture, as well as
comfortable pressure distribution. Patient's body weight = 90#.
If this is successful, a prescription for prosthetic fitting will
follow...if not, then a surgical revision to her pelvic skeletal structure may be
considered to create a more supportive residuum.
Your assistance is greatly appreciated,
Dennis Farrell, CP
Citation
Dennis Farrell, CP, “Hemipelvectomy Sitting Device,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 5, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/224516.
