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A Structured Rehabilitation Protocol for Improved Multifunctional Prosthetic Control: A Case Study

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¹Prosthetics Orthotics Center, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, USA. mle@nwu.edu

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Prosthetic sockets connect residual limbs to prosthetic devices, ensuring stability and proper weight bearing. This article explores the engineering designs of two common below-the-knee prosthetic socket types.

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Area of Science:

Prosthetics and Biomechanics
Biomedical Engineering

Background:

The prosthetic socket is a critical interface between the residual limb and prosthetic components.
Effective socket design is essential for controlling weight bearing, suspension, and ambulation stability.
Minimizing limb displacement (vertical, transverse, rotational) is a key goal in prosthetic socket engineering.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the engineering designs and shapes of current below-the-knee prosthetic sockets.
To provide an overview of the fundamental forms of below-the-knee prosthetic sockets.

Main Methods:

Review of existing engineering designs for below-the-knee prosthetic sockets.
Analysis of the two primary forms of below-the-knee prosthetic sockets.

Main Results:

Identification and description of the two basic engineering designs/shapes for below-the-knee prosthetic sockets.
Explanation of how these designs address weight bearing and displacement control.

Conclusions:

Understanding the engineering principles behind prosthetic socket shapes is vital for optimal patient outcomes.
The two discussed socket designs represent current standards in below-the-knee prosthetics.