Affiliation:
1. Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, (An Institution Deemed to be University) (Re-accredited by NAAC A++ Grade) At and Po, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Abstract
Abstract
Background:
The prosthetic management of Syme’s amputation is a challenge when it comes to the attachment of SACH foot. SACH foot is made up of small narrow wooden keel which is covered by soft flexible sponge rubber therefore it is difficult to attach SACH foot directly to the Syme’s socket. Moreover, there is no rigid structure of the SACH foot available for bonding with the laminated socket considering the Syme’s amputee.
Aim:
This new design of prosthetic foot provide easy attachment to the Syme’s socket, thus helping in the prosthetic management of Syme’s amputation.
Methodology:
We have developed this Syme’s prosthetic foot with polyurethane rigid foam block, balata cloth, high-density Ethaflex, wooden block, and microcellular rubber. The design and dimensions of the prosthetic foot were decided such that it helps in easy attachment to the Syme’s prosthesis.
Results:
The attachment of this new Syme’s foot to the laminated socket has made the fabrication procedure of the Syme’s prosthesis more easy. The amputee also should improvement in cadence and more natural gait with this design.
Conclusion:
The Syme’s foot design provides natural gait in addition to the reduction of energy expenditure. This foot can also be used for transtibial prosthesis in addition to Syme’s prosthesis.