Arion Proth Pro Large for Large Prosthetic Limb Compression Application

The Arion Proth Pro Large (also known as SlideX) is a specialized large-sized prosthetic donning aid designed for amputee patients with larger prosthetic devices. This professional-grade tool accommodates above-knee prostheses and larger sockets, providing secure, comfortable application of compression garments while ensuring proper therapeutic fit and effectiveness. Find the right specialized aid for larger needs.

Arion donning aids are designed with clinical insight to overcome the practical challenges of compression therapy, promoting independence and improving treatment compliance.

Engineered for larger prostheses. For other specialized aids, explore our Donning & Removal Aids collection. Discover more solutions in the Arion collection. Proper application is essential for managing residual limb health, post-amputation edema, and circulatory support for above-knee amputees. Learn more about specialized therapy options.

Key Features

• Large Size Design: Specifically sized to accommodate larger prosthetic limbs, above-knee (AK) sockets, and longer residual limbs.
• Prosthetic Compatibility: Engineered to work seamlessly with the contours and components of larger prosthetic devices, including knee joints and thigh sockets.
• Professional-Grade Durability: Constructed with high-quality materials for reliable, long-lasting performance in demanding clinical and home use.
• Secure Fit & Even Application: Ensures compression stockings or shrinkers are applied smoothly and evenly over the large prosthetic surface, preventing wrinkles and pressure points.
• Maintains Therapeutic Integrity: Helps apply the garment correctly so that compression is delivered effectively over the residual limb and prosthesis.
• Promotes Patient Independence: Empowers amputee patients with larger prostheses to manage their own compression therapy, a task that can be particularly challenging.
• Reduces Caregiver & Clinician Effort: Makes the process of applying garments over large prosthetics significantly easier for assistants, saving time and reducing physical strain.
• Protects Prosthetic Components: Helps prevent scratches or damage to expensive prosthetic components during the donning process.

Therapeutic Benefits and Use

• Controls Significant Post-Amputation Edema: Enables the use of compression garments to manage substantial swelling (edema) in above-knee residual limbs, which is crucial for prosthetic fitting and limb health.
• Residual Limb Volume Management: Aids in applying compression that helps shape and stabilize the residual limb volume, ensuring a consistent fit within the prosthetic socket.
• Promotes Healthy Circulation: Supports healthy blood flow and lymphatic drainage in the residual limb, which is vital for tissue integrity and healing.
• Prevents Skin Breakdown: Facilitates even pressure distribution from compression garments, reducing the risk of skin irritation, breakdown, or pressure sores on the residual limb.
• Supports Prosthetic Suspension: Can assist in applying liner systems or socks that are part of the prosthetic suspension mechanism.
• Ideal for Bilateral Amputees: Particularly valuable for bilateral amputees or those with higher activity levels who require efficient, independent donning methods.
• Post-Surgical and Rehabilitation Aid: Useful in the early stages after above-knee amputation when the limb is swollen, tender, and difficult to handle.
• Professional Clinical Tool: Used by prosthetists and therapists in clinics to demonstrate and assist with garment application for patients with larger limbs.

Product Specifications

Brand/Series: Arion Proth Pro / SlideX

Product Type: Large Prosthetic Donning Aid / Specialized Application Device

Style: Prosthetic Application Aid

Size: Large (for larger prosthetic devices)

Specialty: Large prosthetic-compatible design for above-knee (AK) and large below-knee (BK) prostheses.

Best For: Amputee patients with larger prosthetic limbs, particularly above-knee amputees, who need to apply compression stockings, shrinkers, or liners.

Important Usage Notice

Consult your prosthetist or therapist for proper technique and to ensure correct size selection. Ensure the prosthetic surface is clean and dry. Use care around mechanical joints and sharp edges. This aid is for application assistance only and does not replace professional medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need the Large size?
If you have an above-knee prosthesis, a large below-knee socket, or a residual limb with a large circumference, the Large size is likely appropriate. Your prosthetist is the best person to recommend the correct size.

Can it be used with a prosthetic knee joint?
Yes, it is designed to work around prosthetic knee joints. The technique may involve flexing the knee during application. Follow the instructions or your therapist's guidance.

Is it difficult to use for self-application?
It is designed to make self-application possible for tasks that are otherwise very difficult. There is a learning curve, but most users find it much easier than trying to apply a stocking over a large prosthesis by hand.

Will it fit my specific prosthetic brand (e.g., Ottobock, Össur)?
Yes, it is a universal aid designed to work with prosthetic devices from all major manufacturers, as it accommodates the general shape and size rather than brand-specific details.

How do I clean it?
Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not submerge. Air dry completely.

Can it help with donning a prosthetic liner?
While primarily for compression stockings, it may assist with pulling certain types of prosthetic liners or socks onto the residual limb before donning the prosthesis. Consult your prosthetist.

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The Arion Proth Pro Large (SlideX) delivers essential, specialized assistance for amputee patients with larger prosthetic limbs. Explore our full range of specialized donning aids to find the perfect solution.