Smart foot mimics natural ankle twist for amputees

NCT ID NCT03532100

Summary

This study tested a new type of prosthetic foot designed to move more like a real ankle. Researchers wanted to find the best setting for how much the foot should twist when a person walks. Fourteen people with a below-the-knee amputation tried the adjustable foot while walking in straight lines and circles to see which setting felt best and reduced strain.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division, Seattle, WA

    Seattle, Washington, 98108-1532, United States

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