Optimizing Prosthetic Prescription to Mitigate the Effects of Perspiration

A commercially available, elastomeric liner perforated with very small holes (approximately 0.3 mm diameter) to allow perspiration to drain. This liner is worn between the skin and the participant's prosthetic socket.

A commercially available, elastomeric liner perforated with somewhat larger holes (approximately 1.5 mm diameter) to allow perspiration to drain. This liner is worn between the skin and the participant's prosthetic socket.

A thin, special purpose half-ply sock which may reduce the effects of perspiration. The liner-liner is worn between the skin and the participant's as-prescribed liner.

A commercially available, elastomeric liner with no perforations. This liner is worn between the skin and the participant's prosthetic socket.