Credit Hours
2.0 Scientific Credits
Learning Objectives
- By the end of this course, participants will be able to explain the significance of secure socket fit in lower-limb prostheses and identify the challenges posed by changes in limb volume.
- Participants will be able to describe the features and benefits of elevated vacuum (EV) suspension systems in prosthetics, including their mechanical and physiological advantages for improving user comfort and function.
- Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to evaluate the impact of EV suspension systems on prosthetic performance and apply this knowledge to enhance patient outcomes in clinical practice.
Course Description
Mechanically and Physiologically Optimizing Prosthetic Elevated Vacuum Systems in People with Transtibial Amputation: A Pilot Study (JPO034-4A)
This course covers the importance of secure socket fit in lower-limb prostheses, focusing on challenges related to limb volume changes. It explores elevated vacuum (EV) suspension systems, their mechanical and physiological benefits, and their impact on user comfort and function.
Event Presenter(s)
Presenter Name(s)
• Robert T. Youngblood, PhD
• Brian J. Hafner, PhD
• Joseph M. Czerniecki, MD
• Brian G. Larsen, MS
• Katheryn J. Allyn, CPO
• Joan E. Sanders, PhD
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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