Are you having problems with your Elevated Vacuum Sockets??? Me too. Help!!!
Luci Busch
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Are you having problems with your Elevated Vacuum Sockets??? Me too. Help!!!
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Luci Busch
Date:
8/28/2008
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We have been working on integrating the various elevated vacuum systems
into our clinical practice due the documented benefits seen by a broad
spectrum of patients and residual limb types. In doing so we have
noticed a few problems that seem to be inherent across the board no
matter what system we use. One of the more prevalent issues that we are
running into is the somewhat labor intensive socket fabrication and the
consistency in which we are able to receive a socket that does not have
a leak. We have also had problems with sockets developing leaks because
the bond between the socket and fabrication plate has broken. We use a
central fabrication and the technicians have been thoroughly trained in
the fabrication of the Otto Bock VASS socket and OWW Limb Logic
fabrication as well. The lack in reliability and cost of the socket
fabrication, which requires a PETG lining have become an issue. The
systems also do not seem to be very CAD friendly in terms of fabrication
and connecting options. The other issue that we are experiencing is
the frequency in which our patients are putting holes in their sealing
sleeves. We have followed the manufacturer's recommendations to prolong
the life of the sleeves, however it seems like the problem is still
significant. Both the issues I presented obviously cause the systems to
lose vacuum and therefore the fit of the prosthesis is compromised. We
have had patients show up to clinics and appointments with referral
sources without a fully functioning prosthesis and with compromised
suspension.
Is anyone experiencing the same issues and what have they done to
alleviate them? In regards to the fabrication, are their any connecting
components available and/or fabrication methods that are CAD friendly?
Which sealing / suspension sleeves have worked the best in terms of
durability? I would greatly appreciate your feedback.
I will post the responses to the list without names unless the author
requests it be included.
Luci Busch, CP
Licensed Prosthetist
Sr. Director of Clinical Services
<Email Address Redacted>
<blocked::mailto:<Email Address Redacted>>
High quality lower extremity prosthetics with personalized, unparalleled
patient care.
Dayton Artificial Limb, Inc.
7637 N. Main Street
Dayton, Ohio 45415
Voice 937.898.2200
888.827.0984
Fax 937.898.2234
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into our clinical practice due the documented benefits seen by a broad
spectrum of patients and residual limb types. In doing so we have
noticed a few problems that seem to be inherent across the board no
matter what system we use. One of the more prevalent issues that we are
running into is the somewhat labor intensive socket fabrication and the
consistency in which we are able to receive a socket that does not have
a leak. We have also had problems with sockets developing leaks because
the bond between the socket and fabrication plate has broken. We use a
central fabrication and the technicians have been thoroughly trained in
the fabrication of the Otto Bock VASS socket and OWW Limb Logic
fabrication as well. The lack in reliability and cost of the socket
fabrication, which requires a PETG lining have become an issue. The
systems also do not seem to be very CAD friendly in terms of fabrication
and connecting options. The other issue that we are experiencing is
the frequency in which our patients are putting holes in their sealing
sleeves. We have followed the manufacturer's recommendations to prolong
the life of the sleeves, however it seems like the problem is still
significant. Both the issues I presented obviously cause the systems to
lose vacuum and therefore the fit of the prosthesis is compromised. We
have had patients show up to clinics and appointments with referral
sources without a fully functioning prosthesis and with compromised
suspension.
Is anyone experiencing the same issues and what have they done to
alleviate them? In regards to the fabrication, are their any connecting
components available and/or fabrication methods that are CAD friendly?
Which sealing / suspension sleeves have worked the best in terms of
durability? I would greatly appreciate your feedback.
I will post the responses to the list without names unless the author
requests it be included.
Luci Busch, CP
Licensed Prosthetist
Sr. Director of Clinical Services
<Email Address Redacted>
<blocked::mailto:<Email Address Redacted>>
High quality lower extremity prosthetics with personalized, unparalleled
patient care.
Dayton Artificial Limb, Inc.
7637 N. Main Street
Dayton, Ohio 45415
Voice 937.898.2200
888.827.0984
Fax 937.898.2234
This email message and its attachments (if any) are intended solely for
the use of the addressee(s) hereof. Access to this email by anyone else
is unauthorized. In addition, this message and the attachments (if any)
may contain information which is confidential, privileged and exempt
from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended
recipient of this message, you are prohibited from reading, disclosing,
reproducing, distributing, disseminating, or otherwise using this
transmission. Delivery of this message to any person other than the
intended recipient is not intended to waive any right or privilege. If
you have received this message in error, please promptly notify the
sender by reply email and immediately delete this message from your
system.
Citation
Luci Busch, “Are you having problems with your Elevated Vacuum Sockets??? Me too. Help!!!,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 1, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/229472.
