Terminal Device Bands vs Springs
Joel Kempfer C.P.
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Title:
Terminal Device Bands vs Springs
Creator:
Joel Kempfer C.P.
Text:
I have a young, very active client who has bilateral trans-radial
amputations. He wears both conventional, and myoelectric type prostheses depending on
activity. He currently uses 6-8 standard bands on his terminal devices and
seems to go through these monthly at best.
I was considering switching to the ring type bands but see that it takes 3
rings to replace 4 bands which doesn't really gain much. I have no experience
using the stainless steel springs for tension, and would like feedback as to
durability, and ease of operation. Also, how many rubber bands do the springs
replace?
I appreciate your attention.
Joel Kempfer CP FAAOP
amputations. He wears both conventional, and myoelectric type prostheses depending on
activity. He currently uses 6-8 standard bands on his terminal devices and
seems to go through these monthly at best.
I was considering switching to the ring type bands but see that it takes 3
rings to replace 4 bands which doesn't really gain much. I have no experience
using the stainless steel springs for tension, and would like feedback as to
durability, and ease of operation. Also, how many rubber bands do the springs
replace?
I appreciate your attention.
Joel Kempfer CP FAAOP
Citation
Joel Kempfer C.P., “Terminal Device Bands vs Springs,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 24, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/225485.
