Pneu-Fit Feedback
Cheryl Lewis
Description
Collection
Title:
Pneu-Fit Feedback
Creator:
Cheryl Lewis
Date:
5/5/2009
Text:
Hello all!
I am looking for some feedback and/or technical pointers on the Pneu-Fit , pneumatic aircell system. Traditionally used in prosthetic sockets - I am looking to integrate it into a CROW boot. Basically I have a client with RSD /CRPS who has been using a pneumatic Aircast walker for almost 2 years and I would like to make a custom AFO for her. She is very happy with the pneumatic pressure and adjustability but she is blowing out the Aircast air bladders every 6-8 weeks. I am hoping that the Pneu-fit system will be more durable.
Any feedback on the Pneu-fit would be helpful - my main concern is the durability but any tips on fabricating with it would also be helpful. The rigid shell will be 3/16 - 1/4 colene with a thermofoam interface and I would be using the angle flange model of pneu-fit.
Thank you in advance for your input!
Cheryl Lewis BSc(HK), CO(c) Certified Orthotist Clinical Orthotic Consultants of Windsor (519) 944-8340 (w) (519) 944-8360 (fax)
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I am looking for some feedback and/or technical pointers on the Pneu-Fit , pneumatic aircell system. Traditionally used in prosthetic sockets - I am looking to integrate it into a CROW boot. Basically I have a client with RSD /CRPS who has been using a pneumatic Aircast walker for almost 2 years and I would like to make a custom AFO for her. She is very happy with the pneumatic pressure and adjustability but she is blowing out the Aircast air bladders every 6-8 weeks. I am hoping that the Pneu-fit system will be more durable.
Any feedback on the Pneu-fit would be helpful - my main concern is the durability but any tips on fabricating with it would also be helpful. The rigid shell will be 3/16 - 1/4 colene with a thermofoam interface and I would be using the angle flange model of pneu-fit.
Thank you in advance for your input!
Cheryl Lewis BSc(HK), CO(c) Certified Orthotist Clinical Orthotic Consultants of Windsor (519) 944-8340 (w) (519) 944-8360 (fax)
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Citation
Cheryl Lewis, “Pneu-Fit Feedback,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 15, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/230155.
