New hybrid pump could make prosthetics more comfortable for amputees
NCT ID NCT04230512
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tested a new hybrid pump that creates a vacuum to help hold a prosthetic limb in place. 12 people with amputations walked in a lab to see if the pump improved socket comfort and mobility. The goal was to check if the pump works well during walking.
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Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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