Van Nes Rotationalplasty

Van Nes Rotationalplasty

DeAnna Clough

10/6/2011

I am working with a 10 y/o male patient who is in his second prosthesis
following a Van Nes Rotationalplasty. We are currently using Becker Offset
Free motion Joints and having a piece welded to stop flexion at 120 degrees.
The socket has a removable pelite liner for growth and we have a thigh
cuff made out of Proflex with silicone. His first prosthesis had a
laminated proximal section, but during the diagnostic fitting of the second
prosthesis we changed to the softer Proflex style and he preferred it for
sitting.

 

I wanted to see what styles of knee joints, socket styles and overall design
criteria people were using for the Van Nes Rotationalplasty style prosthesis
for a growing child. Do you create a safety stop to limit flexion or
allow for free ROM at the ankle/knee? I would appreciate any and all
feedback as we are nearing the time to begin his next prosthesis.

 

 

 

DeAnna M. Clough, MSPO, CPO, LPO

Gainesville Prosthetics

6800 NW 9th Blvd, Suite 3

Gainesville, FL 32605

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Phone: 352.331.4221

Fax: 352.332.8074

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