Transhumeral & Elbow Disarticulation

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Transhumeral amputation loses what?

All elbow + hand function

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Most common cause?

Trauma

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Typical transhumeral residual-limb length?

About 7–10 cm proximal to distal humeral condyles

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Elbow disarticulation advantage?

Allows a self-suspending socket

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What prosthetic component is required?

External prosthetic elbow joint