Can adjustable sockets improve life for amputees?
NCT ID NCT04038580
Summary
This study aimed to understand if adjustable prosthetic sockets are more comfortable and improve mobility compared to standard sockets. Researchers tested 29 adults with above-knee amputations, having them try both their usual socket and different adjustable designs. They measured comfort, satisfaction, balance, and daily activity to help inform better prosthetic choices.
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Locations
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Rosalind Franklin University
Chicago, Illinois, 60064, United States
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University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
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