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Bioelectric Analyses of an Osseointegrated Intelligent Implant Design System for Amputees
Published on: July 15, 2009
Innovations in Amputation Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Design
Mary E Matsumoto1, Juan Cave2, John Shaffer2
1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Minneapolis VA Health Care System, 1 Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417, USA; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
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This article reviews emerging surgical techniques and prosthetic innovations related to amputation rehabilitation. Osseointegration is discussed from conception to modern implant designs. Motor and sensory reinnervation techniques are reviewed and compared. Prosthetic socket casting, interface, and design innovations are discussed, including direct molded sockets, water casting, adjustable sockets, and magnetic suspension. Advanced components with hydraulic and microprocessor control, power and crossover prosthetic feet are described.
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