1. | Spatula Device ; a device that assists partial hand amputees to grasp while retaining sensation (aka Opposition Post) | A. | an outer covering to protect a prosthetic hand |
2. | Prosthesis | B. | has a soft outer shell (supported by an internal skeleton of a pylon, etc.) - components are lightweight and require fewer adjustments |
3. | BK | C. | professional training to achieve a natural gait (manner of walking) |
4. | Donning | D. | a terminal device, operated by body movement, which provides a good grasping function |
5. | Doffing | E. | pain experienced by an amputee in a limb no longer present |
6. | BE | F. | a procedure where the lower portion of the leg is rotated 180° and reattached - the ankle acts like a knee joint, providing extra function |
7. | AK | G. | an above-knee amputation |
8. | AE | H. | more than one prosthesis (artificial limb) |
9. | In Continuity | I. | an amputation through a joint - the hip, knee, ankle, elbow, wrist or shoulder |
10. | Flexion | J. | a sock generally worn with an artificial limb that provides additional padding for bony surfaces |
11. | Bilateral amputee | K. | an above-elbow amputation |
12. | Prostheses | L. | allows the artificial limb to be held in place by air pressure only, eliminates the use of belts and straps |
13. | Cosmetic glove | M. | a person who works with an amputee to teach the amputee how to use a prosthesis (such as a myoelectric arm) and adaptive skills |
14. | Orthosis | N. | the part of the limb remaining after the amputation (aka stump) |
15. | Hypertrophy | O. | an artificial limb designed for long term comfort, fit, alignment, function, cosmetic appeal and durability (to replace temporary/preparatory first fitting) |
16. | Soft Socket | P. | cosmetic (aesthetic) appearance of an artificial limb |
17. | Congenital amputee | Q. | amputation elsewhere than at a joint |
18. | Prosthetist | R. | a device that assists partial hand amputees to grasp while retaining sensation (aka spatula device) |
19. | Stump | S. | a ball of nerve fibres that forms on the end of a severed nerve which continues to grow and can sometimes be troublesome and cause pain |
20. | Suspension | T. | the amount of movement a limb has in a specific direction at a specific joint (hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow or wrist) |
21. | Abrasion | U. | electronic sensors are used to pick up the feedback from muscle contractions to move artificial components such as a hand or elbow |
22. | Cosmesis | V. | cup-shaped form which fits inside the socket of a below-knee artificial limb |
23. | Pistoning | W. | tightening of muscles around a joint which causes restriction in the range of motion |
24. | Gait | X. | (or Boyd Amputation which is similar) named for the surgeon who introduced the procedure - foot is removed, the shin bones are flattened and the heel pad is sewn back in place |
25. | Phantom Limb Sensation | Y. | |
26. | Atrophy | Z. | Taking off a prosthesis |
27. | Phantom Limb Pain | A1. | the process of restoring a person who has been debilitated to a functional life |
28. | Sequelae | B1. | the thickness of stump socks - the higher the number the thicker the sock |
29. | Residual limb | C1. | hard outer shell - generally heavier but more durable than endoskeletal. The components last longer and are more suitable for recreational activities |
30. | Gait training | D1. | a temporary plastic socket formed over the plaster model to assist in the fitting process |
31. | Alignment | E1. | a doctor of rehabilitation medicine specializing in the comprehensive management of clients with conditions arising from neuromuscular, muskuloskeletal and vascular disorders |
32. | Ply | F1. | devices used to support weakened joints or limbs |
33. | Revision | G1. | Long-term effects of a disease, injury, procedure or treatment |
34. | Soft insert liner | H1. | refers to an amputee who was born missing limb(s) |
35. | Disarticulation | I1. | an artificial limb |
36. | Rehabilitation | J1. | the part of the limb remaining (aka residual limb) |
37. | Contracture | K1. | the process of making the residual limb less sensitive to touch by massaging, tapping, using a vibrator or rubbing with a terry cloth |
38. | Hook device | L1. | surgical alteration of the residual limb to improve function or appearance |
39. | Check socket | M1. | a rigid central shaft, usually tubular, that is attached to the socket or knee unit of an endoskeletal prosthesis. The lower end of the pylon is connected to an artificial foot or ankle |
40. | Orthotist | N1. | sensation that a limb no longer there is still present |
41. | Prosthetic Sock | O1. | an amputation which is the result of an injury, or a surgical amputation due to a medical condition (for example: vascular disease, cancer) |
42. | Opposition Post | P1. | how the components in an artificial leg line up in relation to each other |
43. | Total Suction Socket | Q1. | a below-knee amputation |
44. | Orthopaedic Surgeon | R1. | the residual limb slips up and down within the socket |
45. | CAD/CAM | S1. | increase in the size of muscle tissue due to use |
46. | Range of motion | T1. | an amputee missing both arms or both legs |
47. | Occupational Therapist | U1. | a person who performs surgery on bones or muscles - for example, amputation, hip replacement, stump revision |
48. | Terminal Device | V1. | a person who builds and maintains artificial limbs |
49. | Myoelectric | W1. | a below-elbow amputation |
50. | Desensitization | X1. | Putting on a prosthesis |
51. | Endoskeletal Prosthesis | Y1. | a person who builds and maintains devices to support weakened joints or limbs, such as a brace |
52. | Neuroma | Z1. | the part of the artificial arm which acts like a hand - can be a passive hand, mechanical hand, hook-type or myoelectric device |
53. | Rotationplasty (e.g. Van Nes Rotation) | A2. | joint motion, flexing or bending a joint |
54. | Traumatic amputation | B2. | the shrinkage of muscle tissue due to change in function |
55. | Physiotherapist | C2. | a person who works with an amputee in the rehabilitation phase to improve muscle function through exercise and can assist with gait training |
56. | Exoskeletal Prosthesis | D2. | manner of walking - everyone has an individualized one |
57. | Definitive Prosthesis | E2. | (Computer-Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacture) the use of computer technology in the making of artificial limbs |
58. | Physiatrist | F2. | method by which the artificial limb is held in place |
59. | Symes Amputation | G2. | soft liner within a socket to provide cushioning |
60. | Pylon | H2. | wearing away of the skin through rubbing or friction |