Heat issues in sockets
Steve Middleton
Description
Collection
Title:
Heat issues in sockets
Creator:
Steve Middleton
Date:
9/26/2011
Text:
I am in my early 50's for 10 years I have been a very active above knee
amputee.
I presently use a heat moulded thermoplastic suction socket, skin fit with
no liner. To don the socket, I use the dry pull sock method. I do not
require a belt even during high activity.
I cycle both road and mountain bike's extensively and for the most part have
very few issues on longer rides. Perspiration has not been a concern because
I can drain the socket of moisture through the vacuum valve. Extreme heat,
for example a climate of plus 86 deg F (30 deg C) and humidity does create
great discomfort and redness then some swelling. Thus cooling is an issue.
What ideas or suggestions do any of you have for a way to keep this socket
cooling during an activity period?
Is there possibly some new device / materials for such an application?
I do not wish to start wearing a sock or liner and realise some of these now
have Thermodynamic properties.
I will post your responses.
Many thanks
Steve Middleton Ak amputee
amputee.
I presently use a heat moulded thermoplastic suction socket, skin fit with
no liner. To don the socket, I use the dry pull sock method. I do not
require a belt even during high activity.
I cycle both road and mountain bike's extensively and for the most part have
very few issues on longer rides. Perspiration has not been a concern because
I can drain the socket of moisture through the vacuum valve. Extreme heat,
for example a climate of plus 86 deg F (30 deg C) and humidity does create
great discomfort and redness then some swelling. Thus cooling is an issue.
What ideas or suggestions do any of you have for a way to keep this socket
cooling during an activity period?
Is there possibly some new device / materials for such an application?
I do not wish to start wearing a sock or liner and realise some of these now
have Thermodynamic properties.
I will post your responses.
Many thanks
Steve Middleton Ak amputee
Citation
Steve Middleton, “Heat issues in sockets,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 5, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/232933.
