Stump socks[1] are tubular medical or clothing accessories with a blind end that are fashioned similar to socks, usually without a heel. They are worn on amputation stumps for a number of reasons. As stump socks are typically worn on body parts that do not contain a foot, their definition is distinct from the average sock type garment.
Amputation stumps can be sensitive to cold or heat,[2] particularly as their capacity to regulate tissue congestion is limited. The skin of amputation stumps can be very sensitive to allergic, chemical or mechanical irritation[3] and thus may have to be protected.
There are different types of stump socks, some of which are available individually made to fit, some as industrially manufactured items:
socks with metal fabric that are worn to reduce phantom sensation or pain[4][5][6]
compression socks that are worn to reduce tissue congestion or swelling[7]
protective socks or liners that are worn to fit the stump inside a prosthesis[8][9]
socks that are worn to keep the stump warm [10]
socks or liners that contain skin care products on their inside that are released into the skin [11]
^Amputee Supplies Prosthetic Sock FAQ
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^Conine T, Hershler C, Alexander SA, Crisp R (1993) The Efficacy of Farabloc in the Treatment of Phantom Limb Pain. Canadian Journal of Rehabilitation 6(3):155-161
^Amputee Supplies, Inc. "Buy Amputee stump shrinker socks for BK and AK amputee limb shrinking and swelling. Compressogrip, Juzo, Comfort Prosthetic Manufacturers". Amputeesupplies.com. Retrieved 2010-04-06.
^Ossur liners
^Otto Bock liners
^Bev's residual limb covers (aka stump socks) for amputees
^Alpha liners manufactured and sold by OWW are an example for this technology
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