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The geriatric prosthesis as metaphor: a clinical note.

H J Stam1

  • 1Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus University, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Prosthetics and Orthotics International
|August 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

A 96-year-old patient with a leg length discrepancy received a new prosthesis after 84 years. The replacement significantly improved his mobility and safety, highlighting considerations for elderly patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Geriatric care

Background:

  • A 96-year-old patient presented with a leg length discrepancy due to childhood osteomyelitis.
  • The patient had utilized the same leg lengthening prosthesis for 84 years since the age of 12.
  • The need for prosthesis replacement in elderly individuals with long-term use was identified.

Observation:

  • The patient's original prosthesis, fitted at age 12, required replacement.
  • Considerations for replacing a long-standing prosthesis in an elderly patient were evaluated.
  • A new prosthesis was fitted with minimal design changes from the original.

Findings:

  • The new prosthesis provided a significantly improved fit compared to the original.
  • The patient experienced considerable improvement in walking ability post-replacement.
  • Enhanced safety and mobility were observed, with the patient using a walking frame.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of prosthesis maintenance and replacement in geriatric patients.
  • Optimizing prosthesis fit can dramatically enhance mobility and quality of life for elderly individuals.
  • The study highlights the successful management of long-term prosthetic use in aging populations.

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