Coordinated single unlocking mechanism for a double joint mechanism in a trans-femoral prosthesis for an amputee with a short stump.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A double joint design with sequential unlocking mechanism is described. This mechanism enables the patients to sit upon regular chairs without the fear of prosthetic displacement.
Medical subject headings
- Amputation, Surgical
- Artificial Limbs
Anatomy
- femur