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Learn how to make a prosthetic leg and tips for fabricating prostheses with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video series.
There are 16 videos in this series:
Learn what tools are needed for making prostheses and how to prepare them with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn the proper way to mix and pour the negative socket for prosthetics with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how to remove the negative socket from the plastic mold when making a prosthetic limb with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how to apply a sealant to keep moisture out when making a prosthetic limb with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how to apply the first of two PVC plastic bags for the lamination process when making a prosthesis with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and why carbon fiber is applied for strength in the lamination process of a prosthesis with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and why nylon and nyglass are applied for additional strength and a sleeker finish for a prosthesis with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and why acrylic and pigment are mixed and set off with the promoter to harden the lamination when making prosthetics with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and why liquid mixture is poured over the unfinished socket when making prosthetics with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and hwy plaster mold is broken out once the laminate has hardened when making a prosthetic with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and why all the plaster is removed with a pneumatic hammer when making prosthetics with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how the extra laminate is removed from the newly formed socket of a prosthetic limb with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how additional sanding is done to the bottom of the socket of a prosthetic with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how holes are drilled to ensure proper assembly of a new prosthetic limb with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how and why an aluminum pyramid is screwed down for the final assembly of a prosthetic with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
Learn how the pylon and foot are attached to finalize the process, leaving us with a finished prosthesis with expert tips on how to make artificial limbs in this free online prostheses video clip.
An artificial limb is a kind of prosthesis that is used in place of a missing extremity, such as an arm or leg. The type of artificial limb used is determined primarily by the extent of an amputation or loss and location of a missing extremity. Artificial limbs may be needed for a variety of reasons, including disease, accidents, and congenital defects. In recent years, there have been significant advancements in the production of artificial limbs. New plastics and other materials, such as carbon fiber, have allowed artificial limbs to be stronger and lighter, thus reducing the amount of energy needed to use the limb. Additional materials have allowed artificial limbs to look much more realistic as well, which is important to transradial and transhumeral amputees because they are more likely to have an exposed artificial limb.
If you have a temporary socket for a prosthetic limb, you can fabricate a prosthetic leg with plaster, carbon fiber, and nylon. In this free video series, our expert will show you how to make a prosthetic leg with step-by-step instructions, from what tools you need, to pouring plaster, laying carbon fiber, lamination, and final assembly. You'll learn how to apply nylon layers, how to sand a prosthesis socket, how to mix lamination, and also how to seal a prosthetic cast. With the proper tools, techniques, and work ethic, these tips will make the construction of a prosthetic limb a less expensive process.
Tony Kapechuk Tony Kapechuk is an Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician with over eight years of industry experience. He has spent three years at a prosthetic lab, Scheck & Siress, another three at Hanger Prosthetics, and the past two with Koebers Prosthetic and Orthotic Labs. Koebers has been in business for over 100 years.dkdk
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