Silcare Breathe Locking Liner
3 4The Silcare Breathe Locking Liner combines the patented technology of the Silcare Breathe Cushion Liner, with the security of a locking system and unique one way valve on the liner, creating an airtight seal between the skin and the inner surface of the liner.
No separate suspension sleeve is required with Silcare Breathe Locking Liner, contributing to a cooler environment for skin and a more comfortable limb and socket connection.
Uni-directional stretch at the distal end resists pistoning whilst bi-directional stretch at the proximal end allows for comfortable knee flexion, whilst the TendressTM Finish means a lower coefficient of friction than standard silicone reduces shear stress on the skin.
Breathable Technology
The patented technology of Silcare Breathe works by letting the air and perspiration that are often trapped between the liner and skin to escape through specially designed laser drilled perforations.
The air and moisture are then expelled from the socket as the wearer walks, resulting in drier skin and a healthier environment for the residual limb. This helps to increase comfort and control, and reduce the damaging effects of relative motion on damp tissues that are often encountered with standard prosthetic liners.
Key Benefits
Laser Perforations
Optimally sized pores distributed uniformly along the length and distal end of the liner permit the escape of moisture. Use with a one-way valve helps to generate a better vacuum and more secure fit.
Stretch Zones
Uni-directional stretch at the distal end resists pistoning whilst bi-directional stretch at the proximal end allows for comfortable knee flexion.
TendresseTM Finish
A lower coefficient of friction than standard silicone reduces shear stress on the skin.
Locking System
Locking system and unique one way valve create an airtight seal between the skin and the inner surface of the liner. No separate suspension sleeve is required with Silcare Breathe Locking liner contributing to a cooler environment for skin and a more comfortable limb and socket connection.
Silcare Breathe Technology
The body cools by moving blood flow closer to the surface of the skin, and when this is not sufficient the body produces sweat to increase cooling by evaporation.
The need to regulate body temperature is greater for amputees, and a lack of temperature regulation can have severe negative effects.
The Silcare Breathe range has been designed to tackle these issues. Laser drilled perforations transmit moisture away from the skin to ensure a comfortable, cool and secure fit for the user.
- Reduced relative movement between stump and liner
- Enhanced proprioception
- Enhanced comfort
- Drier, cooler, healthier skin
1 Seymour,R. Prosthetics and Orthotics: Lower Limb and Spinal. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins 2002,
2 Hagberg K, Brånemark R. Consequences of non-vascular trans-femoral amputation: a survey of quality of life, prosthetic use and problems. Prosthetics and Orthotics International. 2001; 25(3):186-94.
3 Peery JT, Ledoux WR, Klute GK. Residual-limb skin temperature in transtibial sockets. Journal of Rehabilitation Research & Development. 2005; 42(2):147-54.
Specification
| Amputation Level | Trans-tibial |
| Activity Level | 3 – 4 |
| Sizes Available | 22, 23.5, 25, 26.5, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 40 |
Support
Ordering
Example
| SB | TT | CP/LP | XX | L |
| Trans-tibial | Cushion/Locking Parallel | Size | Light Tone |
Note: 23.5 = 23 and 26.5 = 26
Profile
Documentation
Flyer
Instructions for use
Silcare Breathe Locking Liner – Instructions for use938398_Iss1 – Locking Liner.pdf
Silcare Breathe Locking Liner – Instructions for use938413_Iss1 – Casting Dummy.pdf
User Guide
Other downloads
An annual visual inspection is recommended. Check for visual defects that may affect proper function. Maintenance must be carried out by competent personnel.