Credit Hours
2 Business Credits
Learning Objectives
- Explain how different socket and interface options impact comfort, function, and patient outcomes
- Evaluate alignment considerations and their role in optimizing prosthetic fit and mobility
Course Description
Socket Selection Criteria and Alignment Considerations (AM2026-TW45)Join established CPO, Jim McElhiney, as he shares his insights on the intricate process of selecting the right socket and interface for prosthetic limbs. In this informative session, Jim will delve deep into the key factors that influence the selection process, including the shape of the residual limb, the type of tissue, and projected vocation. In addition, he will also cover alignment considerations, which are critical to the comfort, mobility, and overall well-being of the amputee.
Event Presenter(s)
Presenter Name(s)
• James McElhiney - Alps South
DISCLAIMER
The user acknowledges that the workshops, handouts, and related course materials contained therein are intended for educational purposes only, and should not be considered to be legal advice or a substitute for legal or clinical consultation. These presentations address issues that are multi-faceted, and the user should not assume that the courses discuss every law, regulation, or ethical code that may be relevant to the subject matter. Legal and ethical standards are subject to change and it is always prudent to check to see whether a particular law, regulation, or ethical standard may have changed.
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