What does PTS stand for in Prosthetics?

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2026-05-03 17:50

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PTS is short for PTB-SC which stands for Patella Tendon Bearing

  • Supracondylar. This refers to a below knee prosthesis with high

medial/lateral (side) trimlines to achieve purchase over the femoral condyles. This is used as a method of suspension or to achieve medial lateral stability in a short below knee amputation.

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