Effect of Custom Prosthesis and Contralateral Limb Orthosis on Gait Dynamics and Pain Reduction: A Case Study of Complex Lower Limb Amputation with Drop Foot in the Sound Limb
Orthotics and prosthetics specialist Delta technological university Cairo, Asyut, Egypt
This case study explores the impact of a custom transtibial prosthesis combined with contralateral limb orthosis on gait dynamics and pain reduction. Through biomechanical gait analysis, the study highlights the effectiveness of integrated prosthetic and orthotic intervention in restoring gait symmetry in complex lower limb amputation cases
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
describe the functional and biomechanical impact of transtibial amputation with coexisting contralateral drop foot on gait patterns and musculoskeletal health.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
analyze gait assessment data before and after intervention to evaluate the effectiveness of combined prosthetic and orthotic treatment
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
demonstrate how a custom prosthesis and contralateral orthosis can restore gait symmetry and reduce compensatory trunk and limb motion.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
identify appropriate clinical indicators for integrating contralateral limb orthoses in patients with drop foot and flat foot.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
develop individualized rehabilitation strategies for complex lower limb amputees using an evidence-based, biomechanical approach.
