Orthotist and Prosthetist how-to

How to Fit a Check Socket

Check sockets perfect the fit.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Check sockets perfect the fit. In short: explain; don; check, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Explain the process.

  2. Don the check socket.

  3. Check contact and pressure.

  4. Have the patient stand and walk.

  5. Mark adjustments.

  6. Modify and recheck.

Safety reminders for orthotist and prosthetists

  • Check skin for pressure injuries
  • Use PPE in fabrication
  • Guard patients during gait training
  • Follow tool safety

Orthosis · Prosthesis · Socket · Residual limb · Alignment · Gait: see the full orthotist and prosthetist glossary.

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