5 Construction
Principal parts
• Fabric (polyamide and lycra)
• Main Body (silicone)
Main Body
3 Function
The device, used in connection with an air-tight suspension sleeve (cushion liner only) and
corrosion resistant components, provides control, secure connection and cushioning between
the limb and the socket.
4 Maintenance
Advise users to report the following to their practitioner:
• Tears in the fabric or the silicone
• Tissue damage on the residual limb
• Changes in either body weight or activity level
• Deterioration/changes to the residual limb
• Changes in the performance of the device
Note... Perspiration discolors some socket materials.
• Distal Cap (silicone)
• Umbrella (nylon)
Cushion Liner
Locking Liner
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Distal cap
Umbrella
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