Do Adaptable Sockets Improve Military Performance?
Abstract
The focus in Year 2 was on solving minor issues in the study procedures including scanning sockets, executing bioimpedance analysis (residual limb fluid volume monitoring), operating the microprocessor socket in all modes (auto, manual, locked) and executing the CAREN and FCE-M protocols. Three CFI researchers are now certified in socket scanning. The phone app was updated to better meet the project needs. Testing at CFI demonstrated that the system performed properly during study test sessions. All procedures and equipment are finalized, and the full study has begun. Data collection was completed on the first participant in all three modes. Results demonstrated fluid volume gains during the protocol conducted in the CAREN. During the CAREN test in manual mode, the participant slightly over-compensated his panel adjustment when the socket felt tight, creating a looser socket at the end of the protocol than at the outset. When in auto mode in the FCE-M, the socket made frequent automatic adjustments in an effort to maintain a consistent sensed distance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1154906
Entities
People
- Joan E Sanders
- W. L. Childers
Organizations
- University of Washington