New prosthetic liners battle sweat and slippage for amputees

NCT ID NCT03900845

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study compared three different lower-limb prosthetic systems to find which one stays most secure and comfortable when it's hot and sweaty. Twenty below-knee amputees wore each prosthesis for two weeks at home and then walked on a treadmill in a hot, humid room. Researchers measured how much the prosthesis slipped and how much sweat built up, aiming to improve skin health and confidence for active users.

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Locations

  • VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division

    Seattle, Washington, 98108, United States

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