Lesson 1Thorough check of the remaining limb: skin health, scar positions, limb swelling changes, and soft tissue movementThis lesson teaches careful checking of the remaining limb, looking at skin, scars, bony parts, swelling, and soft tissue movement. It helps identify problem areas that could affect socket fit, holding, and long-term skin health.
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 point. It covers getting permission for images, keeping data safe, and regular checks to monitor looks and how well it works.
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 how weight spreads on the interfaceSee how to turn measurements into socket shape, edges, and part choices. Discuss spaces, variations, weight spread, and holding options to get the right mix of comfort, strength, and good looks.
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 ways to measure: casting stuff, calipers, tapes, angle measurers, and basics for digital scanningCovers picking and safely using casting materials, calipers, tapes, angle tools, and simple digital scanning. Stresses being exact, repeatable, preventing infections, and readying the limb and area for good measurements.
Choosing appropriate casting materialsUsing calipers and tape for limb dimensionsGoniometer setup and alignment basicsDigital scanning prerequisites and setupHygiene, safety, and tool maintenanceLesson 5Mind and daily life check: looks priorities, wearing time (8–10 hours), sweat/job factorsLooks at how looks matter, daily habits, work or fun activities shape prosthesis design. Deals with wear hours, sweat, surroundings, and coping ways to match looks goals with real use and upkeep.
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, turn in/out, shoulder and neck quick checkDetails checking elbow, forearm, shoulder, neck movement for transradial prostheses. Includes active/passive range, end feel, pain, and extra movements 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 check: job tasks (typing, meetings, handling things) and everyday livingLooks at how job tasks and daily doings shape prosthetic needs. Checks typing, driving, carrying, self-care to pick strength, grip choices, looks details, and okay swaps between looks 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 colour mapping, feel, nail choices, hair, veins, tattoos, and social notice worriesGuides talks on skin colour, feel, nails, hair, veins, tattoos. Handles notice in social/work places, culture factors, ways to set real hopes on lifelikeness, wear, upkeep of looks finishes.
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, sizes at many points, end shape, elbow-to-stump lengthsDescribes getting true limb length, sizes, end shape data. Stresses same points, side compare, noting elbow-to-stump lengths for socket design and looks match.
Selecting and marking bony landmarksMeasuring limb length and segment ratiosCircumference mapping at key levelsDocumenting distal end shape and volumeElbow-to-stump distance and symmetry
