• A check socket (test socket) is a transparent, 3D-printed fitting used to validate the shape and alignment on the patient before manufacturing the final prosthesis. A definitive socket is the permanent device the patient wears daily.

  VYTRUVE handles both. Check sockets (VYSTA TT for below-knee, VYSTA TF for above-knee) are printed in transparent PETG, allowing the CPO to visually assess skin contact and pressure points during fitting. Definitive sockets (EVERvy range) are available in carbon lamination over a 3D-printed positive (Vtransfer process), full MJF-printed PA12S (EVERvy essential), or flexible silicone with a printed frame (EVERvy Sil). The digital workflow connects both steps: the same scan used for the check socket can be used directly to order or print the definitive.

• VYTRUVE replaces the plaster casting step with a 3D scan, but does not replace the clinical expertise of the CPO. The practitioner retains full control over rectification and fitting decisions.

  Plaster remains a valid method, but digital workflows offer measurable advantages: faster production (check sockets delivered in 48–72 hours or printed overnight), better reproducibility, reduced physical strain, and complete patient history tracking. Most clinics transition progressively — keeping plaster for edge cases at first, then moving toward a fully digital workflow as confidence builds. VYTRUVE is designed so that practitioners do not need to relearn their profession: it recreates familiar clinical reference points within a digital environment.

• VYTRUVE supports all lower and upper extremity amputation levels: transtibial (BK), transfemoral (AK) in both ICS and sub-ischial configurations, and upper limb (transradial).

  The check socket range (VYSTA TT, VYSTA TF, VYSTA TF sub, VYSTA upper limb) is printed in transparent PETG via FDM. The definitive socket range (EVERvy TT, EVERvy TF, EVERvy essential, EVERvy Sil, EVERvy upper limb) covers carbon lamination over a 3D-printed positive, full PA12S MJF printing, and silicone with PA11 MJF frame. The Vtransfer digital transfer system copies inner shape and alignment from any existing socket in under 10 minutes. All functional profiles are supported: K1 through K4, up to 125 kg without reinforcement, with reinforced options beyond.

• The Vtransfer process is VYTRUVE's patented technology for digitally transferring the inner shape and alignment of any existing socket, whether check or definitive, to produce a 3D-printed positive model ready for carbon lamination or definitive socket manufacturing.

  Using the Vtransfer plate (a patented physical accessory) combined with a Shining EinScan or Einstar 3D scanner, a CPO can scan an existing socket, capture both its inner geometry and its alignment relative to the pylon, and generate a PETG positive with installation guides within 3 hours. This eliminates plaster casting entirely for definitive manufacturing. The process works for BK, AK-ICS, and sub-ischial sockets, and is compatible with standard carbon lamination and EVA thermoforming workflows. No change to the fabrication lab's existing methods is required.

• VYTRUVE uses three materials: PETG for check sockets (transparent, thermoformable), PA12S via MJF for definitive sockets (isotropic, impact-resistant, no delamination risk), and PA11 via MJF for silicone socket frames (flexible, biocompatible).

  The choice of material directly affects clinical safety. PETG is transparent, allowing visual pressure-point assessment during fitting, thermoformable for on-the-spot adjustments, and rated for outdoor use. PA12S via MJF provides the isotropic mechanical properties required for definitive sockets: consistent resistance in all directions, no layer delamination, and a clean matte finish that can be hydropainted by your lab. PA11 via MJF is used for the EVERvy Sil frame, combined with COP silicone for a full flexible definitive socket. This material strategy aligns with the current clinical consensus on advanced socket manufacturing: MJF for definitive structural integrity, FDM PETG for check socket flexibility and visual feedback.

Most CPOs become autonomous after their first two or three patients. No 3D modeling skills or advanced computer knowledge are required.

The VYTRUVE platform is designed around the existing clinical workflow, not around software conventions. The learning path follows: patient scan → guided digital rectification → order or print. Onboarding is available as an online training package, and VYTRUVE provides certification upon completion. The entire team at a clinic can be onboarded progressively. Common feedback from new users: the digital rectification step is often simpler and faster than expected, particularly for below-knee cases where scan quality on a liner provides immediate, reliable results.

Yes. VYTRUVE supports all functional classification levels, from K1 (limited household ambulation) to K4 (high-activity, sport, and pediatric patients).

For K1 and K2 patients, the sub-ischial configuration (VYSTA TF sub, EVERvy essential TF sub) is recommended to improve sitting comfort and reduce ischial pressure. For K3 and K4 patients, the full ICS or BK socket configurations are appropriate, with reinforced printing options available for patients over 125 kg or high-impact use. Clinical decisions, component selection, suspension system, alignment, always remain under the CPO's responsibility. VYTRUVE provides the digital infrastructure; the practitioner's expertise drives the clinical outcome.

VYTRUVE improves patient outcomes through more comfortable scanning (no plaster), faster turnaround times, fewer adjustments, and complete clinical history tracking that allows consistent follow-up.

Today's prosthetic patient compares clinics, consults online communities, and chooses the provider that offers both clinical quality and service efficiency. Scanning on liner is less invasive and more comfortable than traditional plaster casting. Results are more reproducible: the same digital rectification can be replicated exactly for follow-up devices. Delivery timelines are shorter, with check sockets available in 48 hours via the VYTRUVE Production Center, or printed overnight in-house. The patient's full clinical history is preserved digitally, enabling faster and more accurate adjustments over time.

To start with VYTRUVE, you need a compatible 3D scanner, a computer meeting the minimum specs, and access to the app.vytruve.com platform. 3D printing can be outsourced to the VYTRUVE Production Center or done in-house with the VYTRUVE Vprint printer.

For scan and rectification only, you need a Shining EinScan H2, Einstar, or Shining Medixa scanner (validated and parameterized by VYTRUVE), a modern laptop with a dedicated GPU running Google Chrome, and access to app.vytruve.com via the Vcoin per-use model. For digital transfer to definitive socket manufacturing, the Vtransfer plate is added to the scanner setup. For in-house printing, the VYTRUVE Vprint printer offers a 30×60 cm build volume and integrates directly into the VYTRUVE ecosystem. The Fast-start bundle is the recommended entry point for clinics wanting to test the workflow without a full hardware commitment. A 2-month rental kit is also available, including scanner and printer access.