Identification of chemical elements present in daily materials in orthotics and prosthetics

In this paper we analyze the chemical composition of materials used daily in the field of Orthotics, Prosthetics and Assistive Technology, which act as the interface of contact between the prosthetic / orthotic element and the patient´s skin. The methodology is experimental, using the wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence technique, applied to samples of wool and synthetic cloth. To perform these studies, we used special equipment belonging to the Management of Chemistry, National Atomic Energy Commission, and the measurements were made in collaboration with personnel of this institution.