Get Transfemoran Measurement

A minimum of 2.5 3 cm of bony stump, measured from the radial tuberosity, is required to preserve function. Additional length in a very short stump can be obtained by releasing the biceps tendon; adequate flexion of the stump will be provided by the brachialis muscle.

Transfemoral (above knee) amputation is a surgical procedure performed to remove the lower limb at or above the knee joint when that limb has been severely damaged via trauma, disease, or congenital defect. ... The surgeon shapes the remaining limb to allow the best use of a prosthetic leg after recovery.

Height = Height (before amputation) x (times) K. Example: Height for Input into Parameter's screen: 65 x 0.88 = 57.2 inches (height used for input) or.

The design, custom fabrication and fitting of your prosthesis will normally take 3-6 weeks. It takes an average of 3 or 4 visits with your prosthetist to get the right socket fit and to prepare you to use your Page 2 www.poaprosthetics.com www.myhandspring.com prosthesis.

QUALITIES OF AN IDEAL STUMP 1)Should heal adequately. 2)Should have rounded, gently contour with adequate muscle padding. 3)Should have sufficient length to bear prosthesis. 4)Should have thin scar which does not interfere with prosthetic function.

Wear the prosthesis for a maximum of 2 hours, with up to 1/2 hour of that standing and/or walking. These amounts are maximums, and need not all be done at once. Examine the limb after every hour of wearing, and/or after every 15 minutes of standing or walking.

Length: Measure from bottom edge of prosthetic knee to top edge of foot shell. Heel Strike Length: Ask patient to put all weight into their heel to simulate max heel strike. Measure from rear edge of prosthetic knee to top rear edge of foot shell.

Height = Height (before amputation) x (times) K. Example: Height for Input into Parameter's screen: 65 x 0.88 = 57.2 inches (height used for input) or.