Fig. 13.14.7
 A) Endoskeletal prosthesis, at fitting stage and without cosmetic cover, for transverse deficiency of the leg, total (‘transverse loss at knee level’) with an ischial bearing socket. Note the polycentric knee joint that allows a stable free-knee gait. B) Same prosthesis with polycentric knee in flexed position for sitting.

A) Endoskeletal prosthesis, at fitting stage and without cosmetic cover, for transverse deficiency of the leg, total (‘transverse loss at knee level’) with an ischial bearing socket. Note the polycentric knee joint that allows a stable free-knee gait. B) Same prosthesis with polycentric knee in flexed position for sitting.

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