Abstract
BACKGROUND
 While elevated vacuum suspension systems have some benefits over the other suspension approaches 1–5, elevated vacuum may not be appropriate for all amputees. The Unity sleeveless vacuum suspension system was developed to overcome issues related to knee range of motion and amputees comfort 6. This study compared the Unity suspension system with suction and pin/lock systems based on user satisfaction and experience with these systems.
 Abstract PDF Link: https://jps.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/cpoj/article/view/32030/24447
 How to cite: Gholizadeh H, Lemaire E.D, Nielen D, Lebel P. SATISFACTION AND EXPERIENCE WITH THE UNITY SUSPENSION SYSTEM. CANADIAN PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS JOURNAL, VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2, 2018; ABSTRACT, ORAL PRESENTATION AT THE AOPA’S 101ST NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, SEPT. 26-29, VANCOUVER, CANADA, 2018.DOI: https://doi.org/10.33137/cpoj.v1i2.32030 
 Abstracts were Peer-reviewed by the American Orthotic Prosthetic Association (AOPA) 101st National Assembly Scientific Committee. 
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Highlights
While elevated vacuum suspension systems have some benefits over the other suspension approaches 1–5, elevated vacuum may not be appropriate for all amputees
After completed the study protocol, 75% of participants preferred to continue with the elevated vacuum suspension system since they felt more comfortable walking
All Prosthesis Evaluation Questionnaire scores improved with Unity suspension system (Table 1)
Summary
While elevated vacuum suspension systems have some benefits over the other suspension approaches 1–5, elevated vacuum may not be appropriate for all amputees. The Unity sleeveless vacuum suspension system was developed to overcome issues related to knee range of motion and amputees comfort 6. This study compared the Unity suspension system with suction and pin/lock systems based on user satisfaction and experience with these systems
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