Preliminary characterization of rectification for transradial prosthetic sockets.

Achieving proper socket fit is crucial for the effective use of a prosthesis. However, digital socket design lacks standardization and presents a steep learning curve for prosthetists. While research has focused on digital socket design for the lower-limb population, there is a research gap in upper-limb socket design.

Evaluating the Reliability of a Shape Capturing Process for Transradial Residual Limb Using a Non-Contact Scanner.

Advancements in digital imaging technologies hold the potential to transform prosthetic and orthotic practices. Non-contact optical scanners can capture the shape of the residual limb quickly, accurately, and reliably. However, their suitability in clinical practice, particularly for the transradial (below-elbow) residual limb, is unknown.

Understanding the adoption of digital workflows in orthotic & prosthetic practice from practitioner perspectives: a qualitative descriptive study.

Background: The implementation of digital technology (DT) in orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) has been slow despite recent research suggesting that the use of DT will continue to grow and become more prevalent within the industry. There is a need to further investigate DT in O&P practice and the current state of its use in the field.

Objective: This study aimed to explore the views and experiences of practitioners using DT workflows in their O&P practice.

Biomechanical factors affecting individuals with lower limb amputations running using running-specific prostheses: A systematic review.

Background: Running-specific prostheses (RSPs) are biomechanically designed to enable individuals with lower limb amputations to engage in high level sports.

Research Question: What is the influence of RSP use on the running biomechanics of individuals with lower limb amputations?

Methods: An article search was conducted in six databases since their inception to July 2021. Two independent reviewers assessed the title, abstract and full texts in the review process.

Modeling and Design of the Automatic Stance Phase Lock (ASPL) Knee Joint Control Mechanism for Paediatric Users With Transfemoral Amputations.

The 2-axes Automatic Stance Phase Lock (ASPL) stance control mechanism has been demonstrated to improve adult amputees' mobility but has yet to be developed for the paediatric population. The overall objective for this work was to characterize the ASPL control mechanism with biomechanical modelling and design a 2-axes ASPL prosthetic knee joint suitable for children between the ages of 6 and 12 years. Paediatric anthropometric data and ASPL control mechanism performance characteristics established from adult ASPL knee users were utilized to develop paediatric-appropriate configurations of the ASPL stance control mechanism.