Abstract: There is provided a joint device for an artificial leg, which makes it possible to dramatically achieve reduction of the weight of a power source and an increase in duration of the same, as well as facilitates knee bending/stretching motion, toe-up motion, and kicking motion. The joint device has an above-knee member and an under-knee member spaced from each other. Three expansible links are connected between the above-knee member and the under-knee member, for accumulating energy generated by the weight of a user's body acting on the artificial leg, and operating by releasing the accumulated energy to actuate the under-knee member into joint motion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for adjusting the configuration of a modular prosthetic leg, the leg prosthesis having a foot section, a lower leg section and a knee joint, and the knee joint being disposed via a lower part on the lower leg section and an upper part being joined in an articulated manner with the lower part, having a frame and at least one fixing device disposed on the frame for fixing the foot section and the knee joint, an adjustable bracket for a thigh shaft being attached to the frame and holding a thigh shaft that is attached to the upper part of the prosthesis in its orientation with respect to the knee joint.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot (124) incorporates a foot keel (165) and a calf shank (126) connected to the foot keel to form an ankle joint area of the prosthetic foot. The foot keel has forefoot and hindfoot portions and an upwardly arched midfoot portion extending between the forefoot and midfoot portions. The calf shank includes an anterior facing convexly curved lower portion which is adjustably attached at a portion thereof to the foot keel by way of a releasable fastener arrangement. The upper end of the calf shank is movable longitudinally of the foot keel in response to force loading and unloading the calf shank during use of the prosthetic foot. A device (125) connected between the upper end of the calf shank and the lower portion of the prosthesis can be used to assist posterior movement of the upper end of the calf shank and control anterior movement of the upper end of the calf shank during use of the prosthesis.

Abstract: The present invention discloses locomotion simulator comprising a base having a surface movable along a base axis, a post mounted to the base a pelvic structure and a hip-thigh mechanism wherein coordinated displacement of the pelvic structure and pivoting of the thigh segment assembly simulates patterns of locomotion. The pelvic structure includes a first support movably mounted to the post, the first support allowing a displacement of the pelvic structure along a first pelvic axis generally perpendicular to the base axis and a second support movably mounted to the first support, the second support allowing a displacement of the pelvic structure along a second pelvic axis generally parallel to the base axis.

Abstract: A prosthetic knee-joint assembly includes: (a) a proximal segment; (b) a distal segment pivotally disposed with respect to the proximal segment to form a knee joint; (c) a first coupling integral with the proximal segment that includes a first adjustable member having a frustopyramidal boss extending proximally with respect to the proximal segment that is adapted to mount the proximal segment to above-knee prosthetic knee components, where the frustopyramidal boss is slidably adjustable and/or rotatably adjustable with respect to the proximal segment; and (d) a second coupling integral with the distal segment that includes a second adjustable member having a second frustopyramidal boss extending distally with respect to the distal segment that is adapted to mount the distal segment to below-knee prosthetic limb components, and where the second frustopyramidal boss is slidably adjustable and/or rotatably adjustable with respect to the distal segment.

Abstract: Improvements to a prosthetic knee-joint assembly include: a proximal segment having lower-profile design with a surface adapted for mounting to an above-knee prosthetic limb socket; a releasable lock featuring at least one of two complementary surfaces with radial grooves, which increase friction between the two surfaces to prevent rotation or sliding of a coupler component with respect to the knee-joint assembly; and visual indicia markings for determining the position of a distal coupling relative to the distal segment of the knee-joint.

Abstract: The invention relates to an artificial foot with a connecting part for a lower leg part, a forefoot part which is pivotably connected to the connecting part by means of an upper coupling element and a lower coupling element in such a way that an angular position of the connecting part controls an angular position of the forefoot part, one of the coupling elements extending into a heel area of the foot.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for verifying the adjustment of a prosthetic knee joint that connects a lower leg shaft, to which a prosthetic foot can be fastened, to an upper leg shaft in a manner allowing the lower leg shaft to rotate about a joint axis in order for the prosthetic knee joint to be fastened to an end of the upper leg, the upper leg shaft being movable relative to the joint axis. A knee moment and an axial force that is effective in the lower leg shaft are measured via sensors when the prosthesis is utilized. A resulting force vector with a point of attack on the upper leg shaft is calculated from said variables. The horizontal distance and the position of the resulting force vector relative to the joint axis are also calculated, and a verification is made whether and by how much the resulting force vector lies in front of or behind the joint axis on the sagittal plane.

Abstract: A socket adaptor, for use in creating a laminated stump socket for use with a patient having a stump, in attaching a prosthetic limb to the patient. The socket adaptor has a main body and a plurality of prongs. The prongs are made of sheet titanium so that they are flexible and bendable to closely accommodate the stump. The socket adaptor is subsequently encapsulated with the laminated stump socket. The main body allows a prosthetic connector to be attached thereto to allow the laminated stump socket to secure directly to the prosthetic limb.

Abstract: Prosthetic devices having vacuum components operative to evacuate the interior of a prosthetic socket thereof, and control systems for use therewith. The evacuation devices preferably include at least an electrically powered vacuum pump and associated power source, and a vacuum accumulator connected to the vacuum pump. Associated control systems may be of various designs and may employ wired or wireless communication. Control of an evacuation device may be based on vacuum level, residual limb volume, residual limb motion, user activity level or other device parameters.

Abstract: A system and method associated with the movement of a limb. In one example, the system, such as a prosthetic or orthotic system, includes an actuator that actively controls, or adjusts, the angle between a foot unit and a lower limb member. A processing module may control movement of the actuator based on data obtained from a sensor module. For instance, sensing module data may include information relating to the gait of a user and may be used to adjust the foot unit to substantially mimic the movement of a natural, healthy ankle. The system may further accommodate, for example, level ground walking, traveling up/down stairs, traveling up/down sloped surfaces, and various other user movements. In addition, the processing module may receive user input or display output signals through an external interface. For example, the processing module may receive a heel height input from the user.

Abstract: A limb prosthesis which via coupling means is adapted to be connected to an implant in the form of an osseointegrated shaft projecting from an amputated stump. The coupling means comprises a flexible joint and the prosthesis further comprises at least one force transmitting device secured to and extending from a prosthetic member connected to the coupling means up to a position on the amputated stump or body portion to which the stump connects. The force transmitting device is adapted to be secured to the stump or other body portion in such a way that it relieves the implant from at least part of the bending and/or rotational forces exerted to the prosthetic member.

Abstract: A cushion adjusting assembly of an exercise machine comprises a post; a top end of the post having a combining portion; an adjusting rod and an ejecting unit being pivotally installed in the combining portion; the adjusting rod having at least one inclined surface; and the ejecting unit having at least one inclined surface corresponding to the inclined surface of the adjusting rod; and an adjusting portion having two clamping plates and a stud; a clamping section being formed between the two clamping plates; the stud passing through the two clamping plates so that the two clamping plates are positioned on the combining portion; and the stud passing through the two clamping plates so that the adjusting portion is positioned on the combining portion; the stud passing through the combining portion so as to position the ejecting unit and the adjusting rod.

Abstract: An alignment assembly for a modular prosthesis. The alignment assembly includes a plurality of modular components that can be selectively connected to each other for providing selectively linear adjustability along first and second non-parallel axes, and rotational/angular adjustability about three orthogonal axes.

Abstract: A quick-release tube clamp and method therefor for locking and releasing a prosthetic pylon/foot component from the socket. The quick-release tube clamp includes a tubular portion, an annular socket portion, and a clamp portion. The tubular portion has a formed slot along a longitudinal length of the tubular portion. The tubular portion forms a cylindrical opening with an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the tubular pylon. The annular socket at the upper end of the tubular portion attaches to the socket of the modular lower limb prosthetic system. The clamp portion is located near the lower end of the tubular portion and firmly locks the tubular portion around the tubular pylon when the tubular pylon is inserted into the tubular position and provides a releasing position for removal of the tubular pylon.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a four hole offset alignment device that is adjustable in the lateral or medial direction and the anterior or posterior direction at a single interface between the two pieces of the present invention. A first piece is provided having a body with a central axis. A positioner is on the first side of the body. A dome with a pyramid is on the second side of the body. A second piece is provided having a central axis and a flange. Four walls upstand from the flange to define an opening. The positioner can be selectably received within the opening while the central axis of the first piece remains parallel to the central axis of the second piece. The pieces are lockable in place with respect to each other at the selected offset alignment.

Abstract: A locking mechanism includes a centering axle having an engaging member defined at one end thereof, a sleeve encompassing a portion of the centering axle, and a clutch device that securely receives the sleeve and permits rotation of the centering axle and the sleeve in only one direction. The centering axle defines a plurality of equally spaced grooves, and the sleeve defines a plurality of equally spaced grooves corresponding to the grooves of the centering axle in an opposed manner. Each pair of opposed grooves of the centering axle and sleeve define a narrow passageway that accommodates a ball bearing that is slidable along the longitudinal axis of the centering axle and between the sleeve and centering axle. The ball bearing in each passageway permits longitudinal movement of the centering axle relative to the sleeve and prohibits rotation of the centering axle relative to the sleeve.

Abstract: An impact-absorbing shock module comprises two pylons telescopingly engaged to permit axial and rotational motion therebetween. A resilient element, such as a spring-fluid combination, a plurality of interconnected disks, or a Belleville spring, provides axial shock absorption. A tubular torque-resisting cuff provides rotational resistance, or torsion-resistance. A fluid valve is optionally provided so that the fluid pressure may be varied to adjust the torsion resistance.

Abstract: A prosthetic attachment locking device includes a body and a locking mechanism. The body has an axial hole that extends between a first surface and a second surface. The locking mechanism has a central axle with a pawl that communicates with the axial hole. The pawl is displaceable to selectively engage with an attachment pin received in the axial hole. The locking mechanism has a one-way clutch and a ratchet. The one-way clutch and the ratchet are formed to receive the central axle and permit one-way rotation of the pawl.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an angularly adjustable coupler. The first and second ends are in an angularly adjustable mating engagement. The first end has a longitudinal axis and a base with an optionally concave and serrated surface, and can comprise a collared clamp for connecting to a pylon. The second end has a longitudinal axis and a base with an optionally convex and serrated surface, and can comprise a receiver for connecting to a pyramidal adapter. The concave portion of the first end and the convex portion of the second end are complementary to each other. A connector is provided to connect the first and second ends in a selected angular alignment about a fixed axis of rotation. The range of angular alignment of the first and second components spans approximately 50 degrees about the fixed axis of rotation.

Abstract: An offset alignment device with a longitudinal axis is provided that can offset two prosthetic components a selected distance along an alignment axis that is selectably oriented in a plane that is generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, and can also adjust the distance between the two prosthetic components in a direction generally parallel to the longitudinal axis. The present invention comprises first and second members. The first member has a channel and the second member has a bar for being adjustably connected to the channel along the alignment axis. A set screw can be through a hole in the wall of the channel in a direction generally perpendicular to the alignment axis to contact the bar and hold it stationary within the channel. One or both of the first and second members can be rotatably connected to one or both of the first and second prosthetic components, respectively.

Abstract: An interconnection component or an adaptor bracket for use in coupling a distal end of a prosthetic limb socket to a proximal end of an endoskeletal component of a prosthetic limb, where the interconnection component is specifically adapted to compensate for a patient's flexion contracture.

Abstract: A quick-release tube clamp and method therefor for locking and releasing a prosthetic pylon/foot component from the socket. The quick-release tube clamp includes a tubular portion, an annular socket portion, and a clamp portion. The tubular portion has a formed slot along a longitudinal length of the tubular portion. The tubular portion forms a cylindrical opening with an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the tubular pylon. The annular socket at the upper end of the tubular portion attaches to the socket of the modular lower limb prosthetic system. The clamp portion is located near the lower end of the tubular portion and firmly locks the tubular portion around the tubular pylon when the tubular pylon is inserted into the tubular position and provides a releasing position for removal of the tubular pylon.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot with an adjustable ankle includes an upper portion coupled to a socket of an amputee. A lower portion is adjustably coupled to the upper portion, and is attached to a foot member with heel and toe sections. A movable coupling is disposed between the upper and lower portions, and includes a displacement member slidably coupled to a displacement track. The movable coupling allows the toe section to pivot downward and the heel section to simultaneously displace forward.

Abstract: The invention relates to prostheses for amputated patients. The shaft of the prosthesis has an outer shell and a concentric inner shell. Both shells are provided with longitudinal slits which are staggered in relation to each other and extend essentially in an axial direction. The diameter of the shaft of the prosthesis can be adjusted by tightening elements. An adaptor is fixed in the shaft of the prosthesis in such a way that the height of the adapter can be adjusted. A conical bearing surface for the stump of the limb is provided on the upper side of the adapter, a holding element for fixing an artificial limb is provided on the lower side of the same, and a coupling is provided inside the adapter for detachably fixing the coupling pin of a commercially available silicone liner.

Abstract: An impact-absorbing shock module comprises two pylons telescopingly engaged to permit axial and rotational motion therebetween. A resilient element, such as a spring-fluid combination, a plurality of interconnected disks, or a Belleville spring, provides axial shock absorption. A tubular torque-resisting cuff provides rotational resistance, or torsion-resistance. A fluid valve is optionally provided so that the fluid pressure may be varied to adjust the torsion resistance.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot includes a foot body having heel and toe parts, an ankle member mounted pivotally on the heel part and having two opposite ends and an intermediate part between the opposite ends, an ankle shaft extending through the intermediate part of the ankle member, and two biasing members mounted within the heel part below the ankle member and respectively adjacent to the opposite ends so as to support the ankle member. A hydraulic bumper unit may be provided to support the biasing members.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot includes a foot body having heel and toe parts, an ankle member disposed above a joint hole in the heel part and having two opposite ends and an intermediate part, an ankle shaft having a bottom end formed with a ball below the intermediate part, a socket receiving the ball to form a ball-and-socket joint, two spring members mounted within the heel part below the ankle member and respectively adjacent to the opposite ends so as to support the ankle member, and a retaining unit fixed to the heel part within the joint hole for retaining the socket within the joint hole.

Abstract: An improved lower leg prosthesis is disclosed for providing an improved performance, including improved stability and improved multi-axial compliance. The prosthesis includes upper and lower foot plates and an elastomeric layer disposed between and attaching them together. The elastomeric layer extends substantially across an upper surface of the lower foot plate. The elastomeric layer preferably being narrower in width than the upper and lower foot plates in a middle portion of the layer. The prosthesis alternatively includes upper and lower foot plates and an attachment device coupled to the upper foot plate and adapted for connection to an external prosthetic component. The attachment device includes a lower surface that conforms to a sloping portion of the upper foot plate and preferably includes a generally horizontal mounting portion having a mounting protrusion, such as a pyramid adapter.

Abstract: The present invention has three arcuate prongs that are connected to a hub. The hub has a first end and a second end, and at least one end of the hub is circumferentially continuous. The hub second end is threaded. In one embodiment, the hub has a threaded outer surface. In another embodiment, the hub has a threaded inner surface. The prongs are manipulable, or bendable. Stress developed during manipulation of the prongs does not distort the threaded surface of the hub second end. An additional component can be threadably connected to the threaded surface of the hub second end. The circumferentially continuous portion of the hub acts as a barrier that prevents any excess laminate from contacting and bonding with the threads.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot (124) incorporates a foot keel (165) and a calf shank (126) connected to the foot keel to form an ankle joint area of the prosthetic foot. The foot keel has forefoot and hindfoot portions and an upwardly arched midfoot portion extending between the forefoot and midfoot portions. The calf shank includes an anterior facing convexly curved lower portion which is adjustably attached at a portion thereof to the foot keel by way of a releasable fastener arrangement. The upper end of the calf shank is movable longitudinally of the foot keel in response to force loading and unloading the calf shank during use of the prosthetic foot. A device (125) connected between the upper end of the calf shank and the lower portion of the prosthesis can be used to assist posterior movement of the upper end of the calf shank and control anterior movement of the upper end of the calf shank during use of the prosthesis.

Abstract: Adjustable prostheses and related methods provide a wide range of adjustment along or about multiple axes. The prostheses and related methods make possible a straightforward, yet robust way of securing, e.g., a humeral head prosthesis in a desired position and maintaining the prosthesis in the desired position during use.

Abstract: The invention relates to prostheses for amputated patients. The shaft of the prosthesis (10) consists of an outer shell (11) and a concentric inner shell (11′). Both shells are provided with longitudinal slits (12, 12′) which are staggered in relation to each other and extend essentially in the axial direction. The diameter of the shaft (10) of the prosthesis can be adjusted by means of tightening elements (13, 14). An adapter (20) is fixed in the shaft of the prosthesis (10) in such a way that the height of said adapter can be adjusted. A conical bearing surface for the stump of the limb is provided on the upper side of the adapter (20), a holding element (29) for fixing an artificial limb is provided on the lower side of the same, and a coupling is provided inside the adapter for detachably fixing the coupling pin (41) of a commercially available silicone liner (40).

Abstract: An alignment device (10) for a prosthetic limb (12) to provide angular movement of the prosthetic limb (12) in an anterior-posterior plane. The alignment device (10) includes a mounting mechanism (24) supported by a prosthetic socket (28), a prosthetic limb (12) operatively connected to the mounting mechanism (24), and an extendable and retractable positioning mechanism (84) operatively connected to the mounting mechanism (24) and the prosthetic limb (12). The prosthetic limb (12) is adapted to move angularly in the anterior-posterior plane upon extension or retraction of the positioning mechanism (84). A hinge connection (606, 610) may be provided between the prosthetic limb (12) and the mounting mechanism (602) to permit the prosthetic limb (12) to rotate about a hinge axis extending through the hinge connection (606, 610). Methods for aligning a prosthetic limb are also disclosed.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot (70) incorporates a foot keel (77) and a calf shank (72) connected to the foot keel to form an ankle joint area of the prosthetic foot. The foot keel has forefoot and hindfoot portions and an upwardly arched midfoot portion extending between the forefoot and midfoot portions. The calf shank includes a downward convexly curved lower end which is adjustably attached at a portion thereof to the foot keel by way of a releasable fastener arrangement. The upper end of the calf shank is movable longitudinally of the foot keel in response to force loading and unloading the calf shank during use of the prosthetic foot. A device (71) connected between the ends of the calf shank limits the extent of the motion of the upper end of the calf shank relative to the lower end and foot keel.

Abstract: A prosthetic knee-joint assembly includes: (a) a proximal segment; (b) a distal segment pivotally disposed with respect to the proximal segment to form a knee joint; (c) a first coupling integral with the proximal segment that includes a first adjustable member having a frustopyramidal boss extending proximally with respect to the proximal segment that is adapted to mount the proximal segment to above-knee prosthetic knee components, where the frustopyramidal boss is slidably adjustable and/or rotatably adjustable with respect to the proximal segment; and (d) a second coupling integral with the distal segment that includes a second adjustable member having a second frustopyramidal boss extending distally with respect to the distal segment that is adapted to mount the distal segment to below-knee prosthetic limb components, and where the second frustopyramidal boss is slidably adjustable and/or rotatably adjustable with respect to the distal segment.

Abstract: An ankle block for a leg prosthesis comprising an insert having a body with an upper mounting surface and a bottom interface surface opposite from the upper mounting surface. The insert body defines a central coaxial hole therethrough. An over mold is formed about an exterior of the body and extends upwardly therefrom defining a central cavity above the insert and above the upper mounting surface.

Abstract: A shuttle-lock for maintaining a patient's residual limb in a prosthetic limb socket includes: (a) a housing having a distal surface adapted to abut an inside surface of a prosthetic limb socket, a substantially concave proximal surface and a hole extending into the center of the proximal surface, where the hole is adapted to receive a plunger pin carried on a patient's residual limb therein; and (b) a lock positioned within the housing for securing the plunger pin received in the hole where the concave proximal surface includes a plurality of radially extending grooves that are adapted to guide the plunger pin into the hole.

Abstract: A prosthetic coupling comprising an annular coupling adapter having a coupling end and an opposed pylon mounting end, the coupling end including a central bore adapted to receive, and be coupled to a prosthetic limb pyramid component, where the pylon mounting end includes a diametrically restrictable tube with at least two circumferential discontinuities and an axial depth with a predetermined extension greater than a minimum depth required to adequately secure a prosthetic limb pylon component therein, where the predetermined extension provides the prosthetic coupling height adjustability with respect to the prosthetic limb pylon to which it is adapted to be secured. Such prosthetic couplings may be supplemented with bushings inserted within the pylon mounting end to inhibit further pylon insertion beyond a desired depth.

Abstract: A prosthetic socket includes a recess at its distal end for receiving a prosthetic socket component such as a pin interlock device and a threaded opening providing access to the recess from the inside of the socket. A threaded retainer may be threadedly fastened to the threads of the opening for removably retaining the prosthetic socket component within the recess.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot includes an adapter element securable to a residual limb, a foot plate having a heel portion and a toe portion along the length thereof, at least one toe spring connected between the adapter element and the toe portion of the foot plate, and a heel spring connected between the adapter element and the heel portion. The heel spring may be a leaf spring or a tube type shock absorber. The concave side of the leaf spring exhibits a plurality of transverse ribs. Alternatively, a tubular pylon may have a collar mounted thereon for movement along the length of the pylon. A toe spring and a heel spring extend from the collar to form toe and heel portions of the prosthetic foot. A further heel spring is connected between the heel portion and another end of the pylon, and a non-extensible band extends between the heel portion and the collar. As another alternative, a tubular pylon has one end securable to a residual limb, and a collar is mounted to the pylon for movement along the length of the pylon.

Abstract: An adjustable connector assembly includes a circular one-piece base member adapted to be attached to a socket coupler for an amputee's residual limb. The base member has axially projecting spaced track portions which receive therebetween a circular flange of a slidable and rotatable one-piece connector member. A pair of clamping plates receive screws threaded into the track portions for releasably clamping the flange to the base member. In one embodiment, the connector member has a dome surface and a four sided boss projecting from the flange. In another embodiment, the connector member has a projecting annular collar having peripherally spaced threaded holes. The base member and connector member are adapted to be machined from solid titanium bar stock.

Abstract: A prosthetic foot incorporate a foot keel and a calf shank connected to the foot keel to form an ankle joint area of the prosthetic foot. The foot keel has forefoot and hindfoot portions and a relatively long midfoot portion extending between and upwardly arched from the forefoot and midfoot portions. The calf shank includes a downward convexly curved lower end which is attached at a portion thereof to the keel midfoot portion by way of an adjustable fastener arrangement. The foot has biplanar motion capability and, in a preferred form, also has high low dynamic response characteristics. The adjustable fastener arrangement permits adjustment of the alignment of the calf shank and the foot keel with respect to one another in the longitudinal direction of the foot keel for tuning the performance of the prosthetic foot.

Abstract: An interconnection component or an adaptor bracket for use in coupling a distal end of a prosthetic limb socket to a proximal end of an endoskeletal component of a prosthetic limb, where the interconnection component is specifically adapted to compensate for a patient's flexion contracture.

Abstract: An adjustable connector assembly includes a circular one-piece base member adapted to be attached to a socket coupler for an amputee's residual limb. The base member has axially projecting spaced track portions which receive therebetween a circular flange of a slidable and rotatable one-piece connector member. A pair of clamping plates receive screws threaded into the track portions for releasably clamping the flange to the base member. In one embodiment, the connector member has a dome surface and a four sided boss projecting from the flange. In another embodiment, the connector member has a projecting annular collar having peripherally spaced threaded holes. The base member and connector member are adapted to be machined from solid titanium bar stock.

Abstract: A multi-axis prosthetic ankle includes a bottom component connected to a prosthetic foot, a lower leg connection component connected to a prosthetic lower leg, an elastomeric material securely connecting the bottom component with the lower leg connection component, and a mechanical device suspended in the elastomeric material. The mechanical device is formed of a first bracket connected to the bottom component and a second bracket connected to the lower leg connection component. The first and second brackets interlockingly float in the elastomeric material, and are not in direct contact with one another, thereby permitting relative movement of the bottom component and the lower leg connection component by deformation of the elastomeric material. At least one mechanical stop is positioned to prevent the relative angular movement of the ankle from deforming the elastomeric material beyond the elastic limit thereof.

Abstract: A lock adapter is adapted to connect a residual limb liner with locking pin to a transfemoral prosthetic limb. The lock adapter is formed of a bracket having a first end and a second end, and preferably has a generally S-shaped configuration. The first end of the bracket has a first mounting face against which the lock is to be secured. The second end of the bracket is provided with a second mounting face against which the prosthetic limb is to be secured. The bracket being is formed so that the first and second mounting faces are spaced apart from one another, and may optionally be angled relative to one another. Methods of forming transfemoral test and final sockets are provided.

Abstract: The invention relates an adapter for an exoprosthetic standard element such as an exoprosthetic knee joint. The adapter can be inserted with a proximal handle part into a tubular bone stump. The proximal handle part is at least partly covered with a tree-dimensional open-loop network structure and at its distal end has a coupling device for the standard element.

Abstract: Prosthetic apparatus includes a pyramid adaptor and a pylon connected together by an outer sleeve, which may be an elastomeric element. The sleeve or element is clamped to both the pyramid adaptor and to the pylon to provide shock absorbing characteristics and to allow relative axial rotation between the pyramid adaptor and the pylon. Different configurations of sleeves are illustrated, and the use of a third clamp is also illustrated.

Abstract: Prosthetic apparatus includes a pyramid adaptor and a pylon connected together by an outer sleeve, which may be an elastomeric element. The sleeve or element is clamped to both the pyramid adaptor and to the pylon to provide shock absorbing characteristics and to allow relative axial rotation between the pyramid adaptor and the pylon. Different configurations or embodiments of sleeves are illustrated, and the use of a third clamp is also illustrated.