Abstract: A stretchable fabric sleeve is configured for use as a prosthetic shrinker or as a prosthetic sock and broadly comprises a unitary receptacle broadly including a tubular section and a rounded end section. In particular, the rounded end section includes opposite panels that are knitted in seriatim with a plurality of interlaced short rows that provide a progressive taper from the open margin of the tubular section to the lowermost toe end of the end section. The progressive taper of the knitted panels permits the outermost edge of the rounded end section to assume a rounded shape that comfortably conforms to an amputated limb and is devoid of any sewn seams that would otherwise irritate the sensitive end of the amputated limb.

Abstract: An above knee shrinker includes a tubular fabric receptacle that encloses and applies therapeutic compression to the residual limb of a human trans-femoral lower-leg amputee. The shrinker includes a constricting element, and a moveably coupled waist belt. The receptacle is configured to present an overhanging portion that extends below the distal end of the residual limb and is able to be doubled-over at least a portion of the residual limb to apply additional compression thereto. The receptacle is configured to provide an improved U-shaped perineal opening. The receptacle is formed of a latex-free core spun yarn and spandex material that is comfortably stretchable in at least first and second substantially transverse directions. The waist belt presents an adjustable self-fastening mechanism, and the constricting element presents a sliding-ring that receives the overhanging portion and constricts the receptacle adjacent the distal end of the residual limb.