3D-Printed foot could change lives of amputees
NCT ID NCT06938087
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested a new 3D-printed prosthetic foot designed to store and release energy, like a natural foot. Three people with below-knee amputation tried it during walking, stairs, and ramps. The goal was to see if it is safe and works as well as current carbon-fiber prosthetics.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- 3D-printed prosthetic foot
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to more affordable, customized prosthetic feet that perform as well as current carbon-fiber models.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 3 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The 3D-printed foot may break or cause discomfort.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Centro Protesi Inail
Vigorso Di Budrio, Bologna, 40054, Italy
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