New prosthetic grows with kids: no more frequent replacements?
NCT ID NCT05230004
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing a new type of prosthetic leg for children aged 3 to 18 that can be easily adjusted as they grow. The device is designed to be fitted in a single session and adjusted by the wearer. Researchers will measure comfort, socket pressure, walking speed, and quality of life during lab tests and a two-month home trial.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
iFIT adjustable modular prosthesis
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a more comfortable, easy-to-adjust prosthetic for growing children, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The device may not work as well in real-world use or for all types of limb loss.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Penn Medicine Rittenhouse
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146, United States