Microprocessor knee patient evaluation protocol 2025

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The document outlines the C-Leg® Microprocessor Knee Patient Evaluation Protocol, developed during a forum at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in 2003. It establishes standardized procedures for evaluating individuals with transfemoral amputations who may benefit from microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knees. The protocol includes sections for practitioner and patient information, assessments of prosthetic activity and comfort, functional evaluations, component evaluations, recommendations for new prosthetics, and justifications for activities of daily living. It aims to ensure uniform documentation and effective application of microprocessor technology in prosthetics.

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What is the difference between microprocessor knees and polycentric knees?

Single Axis is the most common prosthetic knee joint. The majority of microprocessor knees as single axis. Multi axial knees (polycentric knees) can shorten the prosthesis when in swing, reducing the risk of tripping and falling. Polycentric knee units can meet the needs of various users from low to high activity.

What is a microprocessor knee?

A microprocessor knee monitors where you are in your gait cycle, and adjusts for the support you need. Your microprocessor knee will be programmed to your gait (your prosthetist will do this after having you walk in your new knee system).

What is the difference between kinematic and mechanical knee alignment?

Mechanical alignment (MA), the classical method proposed by Insall et al. [5], aims to create a neutral hip-knee-ankle (HKA) axis. Kinematic alignment (KA) in TKA is an alternative technique to MA, which attempts to maintain the natural kinematic axis and ligament balance of the individual knee.

What is a microprocessor knee justification?

Microprocessor controlled knees can be activated only in swing phase, stance phase, or can provide both swing- and stance-phase control. The proposed benefits of MPKs compared with NMPKs include improved overall stability when standing and walking (e.g., navigation of ramps, stairs, and uneven terrain).

Does Medicare cover microprocessor knees?

On September 1, Medicare expanded its coverage of microprocessor knees (MPKs) to include K2-level amputees. This isnt just a win for K2 ambulators, who make up a large segment of the lower-limb amputee population.

What is a mechanical knee?

Mechanical Prosthetic Knees For most amputees, safety and stability are at their mind first and foremost. Mechanical prosthetic knees are manually locked during walking or movement and the patient releases the lock mechanism to sit down. These types of knees are designed for less active patients.

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