Scientists study balance in amputees to improve prosthetics
NCT ID NCT05301270
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how people with below- or above-knee amputations use their muscles and adjust their balance when the ground moves unexpectedly. Researchers measured muscle activity and recorded movements in 29 participants. The goal was to better understand balance strategies, which could help improve rehabilitation and prosthetic devices.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could improve rehabilitation strategies and prosthetic design for people with leg amputations.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study with only 29 participants, so findings may not apply to all amputees. It does not test a treatment.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hacettepe University
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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