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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics and Rehabilitation Engineering
  • Prosthetics and Orthotics

Background:

  • Understanding lower limb prosthesis components is crucial for effective patient rehabilitation and mobility.
  • A comprehensive overview of current prosthetic technology aids clinicians and individuals with limb loss.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the fundamental concepts and essential componentry of lower limb prostheses.
  • To provide a foundational understanding of prosthetic design and function for transtibial and transfemoral amputations.

Main Methods:

  • Descriptive review of lower limb prosthesis design.
  • Categorization of prosthetic components based on skeletal structure, sockets, suspension, knees, and foot/ankle systems.

Main Results:

  • Detailed explanation of endoskeletal versus exoskeletal prosthesis structures.
  • Description of various transtibial and transfemoral socket designs and suspension mechanisms.
  • Overview of prosthetic knee units and prosthetic foot and ankle systems.

Conclusions:

  • Knowledge of prosthesis componentry is vital for optimizing prosthetic fitting and function.
  • This article serves as a foundational guide to the essential elements of lower limb prosthetics.