Lesson 1Thorough check of the remaining limb: skin condition, scar positions, limb swelling changes, and soft tissue movementLooks closely at checking the remaining limb step by step, including skin health, scars, bony bits, swelling, and soft tissue flexibility. Helps spot risky spots that could affect socket fit, holding, and long-term skin wellbeing.
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 picturesShows how to use standard forms, photos, and client feedback tools to record starting points. Covers getting permission for images, keeping data safe, and regular checks to follow cosmetic look and practical satisfaction.
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: allowances, space, and load spreadExplains turning measurements into socket shape, edges, and part picks. Talks about spaces, allowances, load sharing, and holding choices to get comfort, strength, and good looks just right.
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 for measuring: casting stuff, calipers, tapes, angle measurers, and digital scan basicsCovers picking and safely using casting materials, calipers, tapes, angle tools, and simple digital scanning. Stresses getting it right, doing it again the same, stopping germs, and readying the limb and area for good measures.
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: look priorities, wear time (8–10 hours), sweat/job factorsLooks at how look wishes, daily habits, work or fun activities shape prosthesis design. Deals with wear hours, sweat, weather, and ways to cope to match look 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 lookDetails checking elbow, forearm, shoulder, and neck movement for transradial prostheses. Includes active and passive range, end feel, pain, and side ways that might affect handling and look 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 activitiesChecks how job tasks and daily doings shape prosthetic needs. Looks at typing, driving, carrying, self-care to pick strength, hold types, look details, and fair swaps between shape 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 8Look wishes talk: skin shade mapping, feel, nail choices, hair, veins, tattoos, and social notice worriesGuides planned talks on skin shade, feel, nails, hair, veins, tattoos. Deals with notice in social and work spots, culture bits, and ways to handle wishes about real look, wear, and upkeep of 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, girth at many points, end shape, and elbow-to-stump lengthsDescribes getting spot-on limb length, girths, end shape info. Stresses same points, side compares, recording elbow-to-stump to help socket design and look 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
