New implant aims to end pain for amputees

NCT ID NCT03445481

Summary

This small pilot study tested a new type of prosthetic leg for people with above-the-knee amputations. It was designed for those who experience significant pain and discomfort from traditional socket-based prosthetics. The new device was surgically implanted into the thigh bone to see if it could improve comfort and quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ospedale Regionale di Lugano Civico e Italiano

    Lugano, 6900, Switzerland

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