Transfemoral (Above Knee) Prosthesis Liners and Suspension Types

In this video, certified prosthetists Scott Baranek and Nate Kapa from Bremer Prosthetics provide education about different options for prosthetic liners and suspension methods. When it comes to custom, comfortable and reliable prosthetic care, prosthesis are not a one size fits all deliverable. The most important consideration with prosthesis comfort is that YOU are able to live your life as functional, and eventually more functionally than you were prior to your amputation procedure. Have any questions or looking to learn more? Reach out to us at www.BremerProsthetics.com or give us a call at (855) 977-1300.00:00 Transfemoral Suspension00:13 History of Above the Knee Prosthesis00:35 Incorporating Silicon Locking Liners01:12 Pin Locking Mechanism02:26 Two Causes of Skin Breakdown04:23 Locking Pin vs Lanyard Suspension05:15 Liners Without Locking Pin06:17 Advanced Suspension07:26 Increased Proprioception

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