Lake Prosthetics and Research News and Events

Lake Prosthetics and Research - News and Events

O&P Almanac Article “When Both Arms Are Gone”
Chris Lake contributed to the October issue of the O&P Almanac Article “When Both Arms Are Gone” which gives valuable insight into the specialized care necessary for bilateral amputees. Click Here To Read Article

Article - Upper-Limb Prosthetics: Using Evidence-Based Practice to Enhance Patient Care Experiences
Chris Lake Article that appears in the September 2011 issue of Academy TODAY. Click Here To Read Article

O&P Edge Press Release - Lake Opens Upper-Limb Patient Care, Research Practice
Chris Lake, CPO, FAAOP, has established Lake Prosthetics and Research, Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. The new practice will focus on upper-limb prosthetic care, research, and consulting. “Upper-limb prosthetics is a highly specialized field where each case is truly unique, and the physical challenges are often compounded by tissue damage and sensitivity,” Lake said. “I want to bridge the gap between real-world practicality and what cutting-edge technology can offer both today and in the years ahead.” Click here to read more www.oandp.com/articles/news_2010-06-07_03.asp

O&P Business News Link - Lake Offers Perspective on Cutting Edge Research
We really are just beginning to understand the many differences and complexities of socket pressure on upper limbs. Unlike lower limb, the prosthesis is in suspension nearly 100% of the time, which creates some unique physical dynamics. Then consider all the different pulling and pushing and lifting motions we do with an arm. The fitting scenario is further complicated by the fact that most upper limb deficiency is secondary to trauma, setting the stage for compromised, pressure sensitive tissues. Click here to read more http://www.oandpbusinessnews.com/view.aspx?rid=64206

Chris Lake Speaks at World Conference in Leipzig, Germany – May 2010
Chris Lake was an invited speaker at the ISPO 13th World Congress in Leipzig, Germany, the largest, most respected academic and trade meeting in the O&P field. He lectured during an instructional course on the topic of anatomical socket interface for partial hand amputees, which touched on the key characteristics of the partial hand population.
Everything Depends on the Socket Interface.	Each partial hand client has a uniquely shaped residual limb. That means each prosthetic device – no matter how simple or high-tech -- must have a socket interface tailored for that person. Additionally, the high incidence of trauma among these patients means many have tissue that remains sensitive or delicate from burns or other serious injury. A poorly designed or fitted socket interface can cause friction, heat, dampness and other problems that further degrade the wearer’s skin. The resulting pain and discomfort often causes patients to reduce their wearing time or abandon the prosthesis altogether. The unfortunate end result is diminished function and/or injury to any remaining intact limbs from overuse. Recognizing that a good socket interface is the foundation for prosthetic success, Chris has led the effort to develop new and better interfaces. He continually seeks modifications that take into account the anatomy and physiology of individual partial hand clients and maximize the function of remaining structures. His lecture generated great interest and positive response.