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Prosthetics
Project description
 
The prosthetic socket is the most important part of a lower limb prosthesis. Above-knee amputees experience large daily and long-term residual limb volume fluctuations that impact socket fit. Current sockets are rigid and do not allow for adjustments as the limb changes causing discomfort and disuse over time. Our current project is centered around the idea of modular prosthesis: prosthetics with interchangeable and adjustable parts that increase accessibility to prosthetics. Our goal is to translate adjustable socket technology to developing countries and low-income regions around the globe.
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current collaborators:
  • Cody McDonald, CPO, MPH, PhC (UW Rehabilitation Medicine)
  • Raymond Pye (Mobility Outreach International)
 
Current Progress:
​The Prosthetics Team is currently working on developing a CAD model for our first prototype. In the fall, we plan on narrowing down the team’s work into one CAD model, and conduct materials research into the various moldable plastics we have found that may work in our device.
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Meeting Times:
More information for Autumn 2022 coming soon!​
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CONTACT: 
Undergraduate Team Lead:
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Apply: 
https://forms.gle/7S3JpX9Da7h5AgxH9
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