Development of an interface for the transtibial prosthesis user in resource limited environments
3
Issued Date
2024
Copyright Date
2019
Language
eng
File Type
application/pdf
No. of Pages/File Size
xi, 58 leaves : ill.
Access Rights
open access
Rights
ผลงานนี้เป็นลิขสิทธิ์ของมหาวิทยาลัยมหิดล ขอสงวนไว้สำหรับเพื่อการศึกษาเท่านั้น ต้องอ้างอิงแหล่งที่มา ห้ามดัดแปลงเนื้อหา และห้ามนำไปใช้เพื่อการค้า
Rights Holder(s)
Mahidol University
Bibliographic Citation
Thesis (M.Sc. (Prosthetics, Orthotics and Pedorthics))--Mahidol University 2019
Suggested Citation
Sharmila Suntharalingam, 1987- Development of an interface for the transtibial prosthesis user in resource limited environments. Thesis (M.Sc. (Prosthetics, Orthotics and Pedorthics))--Mahidol University 2019. Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/91681
Title
Development of an interface for the transtibial prosthesis user in resource limited environments
Author(s)
Advisor(s)
Abstract
The research developed an interface for transtibial prosthetic user in resource limited environment by combining advanced materials, locally available that were inexpensive. A novel technique was used to develop the roll on interface and is described in this study Black EVA (3mm) was utilized for the fabrication technique as a roll-on prosthetic interface. The cost calculation, hardness and thickness analysis mechanical property testing as well as qualitative analysis of the developed interface chosen was evaluated and also a case study to investigate the functional performances and self-reported outcomes of a roll-on fabricated developed liner. Participant evaluated for a standard TSB prosthesis but with the different interfaces the cost of the developed roll-on interface was (30baht material cost) which is 12 times lower than the standard of care plastazote prosthetic interface. Hardness analysis of the interface was 11, which is lesser than Pelite. No changes in thickness or odors were observed after development. Qualitative analysis between standard prosthetic interface and the developed roll on liner illustrate most benefit and feasibility with the developed interface than the standard interface material property testing & case study. Even though prosthetic components are capable of being imported from developed countries this practice is not sustainable in resource limited environments. A better and affordable strategy must occur for long term sustainable development goals in Resource Limited Environment. Our novel locally developed roll on prosthetic liner is low cost, easy to fabricate and less time to produce than Pelite interfaces. To further understand benefit and safety of the developed roll on interface, more clinical studies are recommended.
Description
Prosthetics, Orthotics and Pedorthics (Mahidol University 2019)
Degree Name
Master of Science
Degree Level
Master's degree
Degree Department
Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital
Degree Discipline
Prosthetics, Orthotics and Pedorthics
Degree Grantor(s)
Mahidol University