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Shoe choice may change how amputees walk, lab study suggests

NCT ID NCT07685496

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Salford Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at how different types of footwear affect walking, balance, and comfort in adults who have a below-knee amputation and use a prosthetic leg. Participants walk on flat, sloped, and curved paths while wearing their own shoes, Oxford shoes, walking/running shoes, and rocker shoes. Researchers measure speed, stride, foot clearance, and ground forces to see which shoe type works best.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If certain shoe types improve gait and comfort, this could guide better footwear recommendations for people with below-knee amputations.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage lab study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to all amputees or real-world settings.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 15 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a unilateral transtibial amputation. * Age 18 to 65 years. * Participants must use an energy-storing and return (ESAR) prosthetic foot. * Able to walk and stand without the use of walking aids. * Absence of comorbidities known to impact balance and mobility. Exclusion Criteria: * Bilateral amputees or individuals with amputation levels other than transtibial. * Individuals under 18 years or over 65 years of age. * Use of any prosthetic foot type other than ESAR. * Individuals unable to provide informed consent.

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Lower limb amputation Prosthesis users Transtibial amputation

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Locations

  • University of Salford

    RECRUITING

    Manchester, Greate Manchester, M6 6PU, United Kingdom

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