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Socket liners.

Socket liners can be custom made or stock items. They can be made from a variety of materials such as Pelite (a dense flexible foam), silicone or gels. Liners are generally much softer than the socket and are never rigid enough to support the amputees weight without the support of the socket. The liner therefore provides a softer interface with the socket and more accurate volume matching of the residual limb and the socket. Some liners are also designed to provide suspension of the prosthesis.

The socket will be attached or incorporated into the structure of the prosthesis.

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This photo shows a pelite liner and exoskletal ankle disarticulation prosthesis. Pelite liners are made from a dense foam and are extermely common on Lower limb prosthetics.

A range of custom made silicone liners.

Donning a transtibial prosthesis with locking liner

Donning a transradial prosthesis with locking liner

A custom made silicone transhumeral suspension sleeve with lanyard (cord).

Use the links below to find out more information on 'The Socket':
::: Stump Socks ::: Socket Liners ::: Socket Construction ::: Suspension Types :::