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A preliminary prosthesis for the partially amputated hand.

M H Malick

    The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
    |September 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    A temporary partial hand prosthesis helps patients maintain independence and self-care. This approach also improves acceptance of a permanent prosthetic device.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthotics and Prosthetics
    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Partial hand amputation presents challenges to patient independence and self-care.
    • Successful integration of a permanent prosthesis often requires patient acclimatization and acceptance.
    • Early functional restoration is crucial for maintaining quality of life.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To recommend a temporary preliminary prosthesis for partial hand amputations.
    • To detail the construction of an Orthoplast partial hand prosthesis.
    • To illustrate the methods for creating this temporary prosthetic device.

    Main Methods:

    • Discussing the design principles for a temporary partial hand prosthesis.
    • Illustrating the step-by-step construction process using Orthoplast material.
    • Focusing on functional restoration and patient comfort.

    Main Results:

    • The temporary prosthesis effectively maintains hand function.
    • Patient independence in self-care activities is preserved.
    • Improved patient acceptance of subsequent permanent prostheses is anticipated.

    Conclusions:

    • Temporary preliminary prostheses are valuable for partial hand amputees.
    • Orthoplast offers a suitable material for constructing these devices.
    • This approach supports patient rehabilitation and prosthetic integration.

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