Plastics are extensively used as a material for orthoses. However, one remaining problem is the ventilation of the orthosis. This is a real problem in countries such as Japan, where it is hot and humid especially in summer.
The authors have invented a new orthosis “POROPLAST”, which is made of mesh plastic sheets, combined in a cross-like weave.
These orthoses provide good ventilation and are very comfortable to wear. They have been fitted to seventy-four cases with satisfactory results.
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NakamuraT. Process of development and application of porous plastic to prosthetic sockets. Bull. Jap. Soc. Prosthet. Orthot1988; 4(2)111–118
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NakamuraT. Process of development and application of porous plastic to prosthetic sockets. J. Prosthet. Orthot.1989; 1(4)202–210
