Below-Knee Prosthetic Types: Suspension Systems, Components, and How to Know Which Is Right for You
Most below-knee amputees are fitted with one suspension system and never told there were others. This guide breaks down pin lock, suction, elevated vacuum, and seal-in liner — what each does, how they differ, and who each is matched to.
Your K-level determines what prosthetic components insurance will cover — and most patients are never told how it’s decided. Here’s what every amputee in New Jersey needs to know.