Lesson 1Thorough check of the remaining limb: skin health, scar positions, limb swelling changes, and soft tissue flexibilityThis lesson teaches a step-by-step check of the remaining limb, looking at skin quality, scars, bone bumps, swelling, and soft tissue movement. It helps identify problem spots that could affect socket fit, holding, and long-term skin care in hot climates.
Skin integrity, color, and temperature checksScar location, adhesion, and sensitivity mappingIdentifying bony prominences and pressure risksAssessing edema and limb volume fluctuationSoft-tissue mobility and pinch testingLesson 2Results tracking and records: standard forms, photo guidelines, and permission for picturesLearn to use standard forms, photos, and client feedback tools to record starting conditions. It includes getting permission for images, keeping data safe, and regular checks to monitor looks and usefulness over time.
Selecting standardized assessment formsBaseline and follow-up photography protocolObtaining and recording image consentClient-reported satisfaction questionnairesSecure storage and data organizationLesson 3Using measurements for socket shape and parts choice: allowed variations, spaces, and weight spreadThis shows how to turn measurements into socket shapes, edges, and part selections. It discusses spaces, variations, weight spread, and holding methods to balance ease, strength, and good appearance.
Relating limb data to socket dimensionsSetting trimlines for comfort and coveragePlanning clearances and mechanical tolerancesLoad distribution and pressure managementSelecting components for cosmetic goalsLesson 4Tools and methods for measuring: casting supplies, calipers, tapes, angle measurers, and digital scan basicsCovers picking and safely using casting materials, calipers, tapes, angle tools, and simple digital scanning. Stresses accuracy, repeat checks, germ control, and readying the limb and area for reliable results.
Choosing appropriate casting materialsUsing calipers and tape for limb dimensionsGoniometer setup and alignment basicsDigital scanning prerequisites and setupHygiene, safety, and tool maintenanceLesson 5Emotional and daily life check: looks priorities, wear time (8–10 hours), sweat/job factorsLooks at how looks wishes, routines, work, or free time shape prosthesis plans. Covers wear hours, sweat, surroundings, and ways to match goals with real use and upkeep in daily Eritrean life.
Exploring body image and appearance prioritiesDaily wearing schedule and tolerance planningWork, hobbies, and environmental exposuresSweat, skin issues, and hygiene strategiesSocial participation and stigma concernsLesson 6Movement range and joint check: elbow bend/straighten, twist, shoulder and neck quick lookDetails checking elbow, forearm, shoulder, and neck movement for transradial prostheses. Measures active/passive range, feel at end, pain, and habits that affect control and looks alignment.
Elbow flexion and extension measurementForearm pronation and supination testingShoulder screening for compensationsNeck posture and mobility observationPain, end-feel, and movement qualityLesson 7Daily task needs review: job tasks (typing, meetings, handling items) and home activitiesReviews how job and home tasks set prosthesis needs. Looks at typing, driving, carrying, self-care to pick strength, hold types, detail looks, and balance between style and use.
Task inventory for work and home rolesFine motor needs, typing, and device useObject carrying, lifting, and stabilizationSelf-care, dressing, and grooming tasksPrioritizing form versus function trade-offsLesson 8Looks wishes talk: skin shade map, feel, nail choices, hair, veins, tattoos, public view worriesGuides talks on skin shade, feel, nails, hair, veins, tattoos. Handles public/work views, local ways, and managing hopes for real looks, wear, and upkeep.
Skin tone mapping and color matchingSurface texture, gloss, and finish choicesNail length, color, and style preferencesHair, veins, and tattoo replication optionsVisibility, disclosure, and social comfortLesson 9Exact body measurements: limb length, girth at levels, end shape, elbow-to-end distancesExplains getting true limb length, girths, end shape. Uses steady points, side compares, records elbow-to-end for socket plans and matching looks.
Selecting and marking bony landmarksMeasuring limb length and segment ratiosCircumference mapping at key levelsDocumenting distal end shape and volumeElbow-to-stump distance and symmetry
