Foot/Knee Disarticulation Prosthetics – How to Assess the Fit of the Socket? What Are the Acceptance Criteria?

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Wed, 20 May

Room 2, Congress Center OTWorld (CCO), Hall 3

Short description

You will learn the design features and functional principles of foot and knee disarticulation prosthetic sockets, including practical procedures for fit assessment. You will understand what determines the overall function of a foot or knee disarticulation prosthesis. In addition, you will acquire how to describe and carry out the criteria for final acceptance.

Chair

Michael Schäfer

Information about the program

Event Type
Workshop
Topics / Theme Worlds
Theme World Physiotherapy , Theme World Orthopedic Technology, Prosthetics, Theme World Medicine
Treatment Areas
Treatment Area "Mobility Limitations"