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prosthetics
test 2
10
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Not Applicable
05/31/2013

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Term
improper fit may cause
Definition
gait deviations
pistoning of the prosthesis
skin breakdown
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pros of transtibial over transhumeral
Definition
better prosthetic rehab
decreased chance of phantom pain
lower mortality
Term
manual and spring loaded knee locks
Definition
limit knee flexion when knee is extended during WB
Term
hard socket without liner is indicated for
Definition
intact sensation
Term
a lateral deviation of the great toe occurs with
Definition
2nd digit amputation
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improving pros. knee stability in a person with weak hip ext can be done with
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the polycentric knee
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the best foot for stairs is
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the runway foot
Term
which mechanism will not control speed of prosthetic knee movement during swing
Definition
magnetic coupling mech.
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least beneficial pros. for glute med weakness and poor pelvic stability in
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quadrilateral socket
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which foot is best for frequesnt ambulation on uneven surface
Definition
tru step
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