Below Knee Prosthetics. Transtibial amputation is the "official" medical term for a "below knee amputation" or BKA. It is one of the most frequently performed limb amputations. It is amputation below the knee joint and above the ankle. BKA's are primarily performed because of diabetes, foot ulcers or trauma to the area of the limb.

2024年3月13日 · While the process of getting a below the knee prosthesis can be a big change, it doesn’t need to overwhelm you. Our team at Kenney Orthopedics offers support for those seeking prosthetic care, starting with this breakdown of what you need to know about below the knee prosthetics, including care tips and links to patient resources.

Below are two styles of prosthetic limb that we offer to patients with a below the knee amputation. The core components of each style are the same. The first is finished with foam and stockings and the second an exposed tube and a patterned socket. You …

A below-knee prosthetic leg can be a life-changing solution, helping you regain mobility and independence after a transtibial amputation. In this guide, we’ll explore everything you need about below-knee prosthetics—from their components to rehabilitation and maintenance—to help you reclaim your active and independent lifestyle.

A below-knee prosthesis (also called a transtibial prosthesis) will typically consist of a custom-made socket, a pylon, a foot, and some means of suspending the prosthesis to the body. Your prosthetist will create an individualized socket specific to your limb and will choose the most appropriate componentry to fit your lifestyle and needs.

2024年10月11日 · Below-knee prosthetic legs are artificial limbs that are designed to replace a missing or amputated leg below the knee. These prosthetic legs are custom-made to fit each individual’s unique anatomy and are designed to provide support, stability, and mobility.

2024年11月19日 · Different Types of Below-the-Knee Prosthetics. i. Simple and Durable: SACH Foot. One common type of below-the-knee prosthetic is the solid-ankle cushion-heel (SACH) foot, which offers stability and shock absorption in a simple and durable design. ii. Mimicking Natural Movement: Dynamic Response Foot.

2022年4月1日 · These four below-the-knee prostheses are known as joint-corset, the patella-tendon weight-bearing, total-surface bearing, and preparatory. Total Joint Corset Prosthetic: This type helps those who have difficulty climbing or kneeing …

A below knee prosthetic leg can be used to replace the missing part of the limb from a transtibial amputation, also known as a "below knee amputation".

2023年11月23日 · Advanced below-knee prosthetics can truly improve amputees’ lives, allowing them to walk, run and live actively again. Although these high-tech designs often have prohibitively high costs, they are often out of reach for many.