PRTE 2020 - Anatomy of Upper-Limb Amputation and Long Trans-Radial Fabrication

1. Upper-limb amputation anatomy and upper-limb measurement charts
   1. Upper-limb amputation types
   2. Upper extremity arm muscles
   3. Bony structures and landmarks of the upper-limb
2. Upper-Limb component description
   1. Long trans-radial
   2. Short trans-radial
   3. Trans-humeral amputations
   4. Functions of components used for trans-radial and trans-humeral fabrications
3. Upper-limb measurement chart
   1. Prescription criteria
4. Long trans-radial prosthesis
   1. Long trans-radial plaster model
   2. Long trans-radial socket lamination
   3. Flexible hinge system assembly
   4. Suspension system and control cable
   5. Long trans-radial final assembly

1. identify upper-limb amputation anatomy.
2. interpret upper-limb measurement charts.
3. describe upper-limb components and uses.
4. fabricate long trans-radial prosthesis.

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