Prosthetic socket apparatus and systems
US9486333B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 17, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0086
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A prosthetic sock for a patient to wear over a residual limb is provided. The prosthetic sock includes an inner layer configured to fit over at least a portion of the residual limb of the patient. A foam layer is disposed on an outer surface of the inner layer. The foam layer compensates for changes in shape or volume of the residual limb within the prosthetic sock by changing shape in a manner effective to maintain a secure fit between the residual limb and a prosthetic socket of a prosthetic limb.
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