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Below the Knee

Upper Extremity

Spinal

Lower Extremity

Post Operative Prosthesis Socket and Preparatory Sytem

Purpose of the Device

  • Allows patient to begin immediate post-operative rehabilitation and early ambulation by offering added protection
  • Permits diligent wound care and controlled weight bearing
  • Helps build patient tolerance for permanent socket

Indications

  • Transtibial amputees

Common Additions

  • Variable circumference supra-patellar socket (VCSPS)
  • Adjustable post-operative protective prosthetic socket (APOPPS)

Special Considerations

  • Severe diabetics may not be viable candidates for post-op system

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