Prosthetic sleeves
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Which prosthetic sleeves offer the longest life?
October 15, 2022
Durability is somewhat subjective when you consider activity level, daily activities and the trimelines of your prosthetic socket. Occupations tha...
Durability is somewhat subjective when you consider activity level, daily activities and the trimelines of your prosthetic socket. Occupations tha...
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Which prosthetic sleeve features are important to you?
October 15, 2022
What Features are important Suspension Options Vacuum: Those BK sleeves intended for use with pumps and vacuum systems such as Ottobock and Ossur...
What Features are important Suspension Options Vacuum: Those BK sleeves intended for use with pumps and vacuum systems such as Ottobock and Ossur...
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What is the difference between Vacuum and Suction su...
Both elevated vacuum suspension and suction suspension use a difference in atmospheric pressure to attach the socket to the residual limb, according to Ohio Willow Wood. As air is expelled from the...
Prosthetic Sleeve Material Primer
Neoprene or latex sleeves use compression, friction and some offer suction to suspend a prosthetic device. BK Sleeves similar to the Syncor Durasleeve provide an airtight seal creating the added ...
How to protect and care for prosthetic suspension sl...
Your prosthetic sleeve must be carefully rolled on to the residual limb. Pulling will stretch and possibly damage your prosthetic sleeve.
Helpful Tips & Tricks for your prosthetic sleeve
Knee sleeve protectors, also known as gaitors or sleeve savers can prolong the lifespan of your suspension sleeve. Sleeve protectors essentially create a frictionless barrier for your BK sleeve to...