Thoracic-weight-bearing Socket and Reciprocating Gait Prosthesis for Pelvis Disarticulation Amputee: A Case Report / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective:To design, fit and use a thoracic-weight-bearing socket and reciprocating gait prosthesis for amputee pelvis disarticulation. Methods:A case after pelvis disarticulation amputation was reported. The main weight of the socket bore on lower thorax, and the socket suspended with the pressure from anterior-posterior sides. Walking prosthesis was consisted of the socket, reciprocating hip joint, prosthetic knee joint and SACH foot. The prosthesis was adjusted alignment, and the patient was trained to walk with the prosthesis. Results:The patient could stand for four hours a time with the socket, and walk 200 meters in 30 minutes assisted with axillary crutches. The score of modified Barthel Index improved from 41.5 admitted to hospital to 93 (with socket) or 83 (with prosthesis) as discharged. Conclusion:Pelvis disarticulation amputees could stand up with socket with reasonable weight bearing and suspension and walk in reciprocating gait with reasonable components and joints, right alignment and gait training, to improve activities of daily living.