New prosthetic foot mimics natural twist of human ankle

NCT ID NCT03532100

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated Jun 02, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tested a motorized prosthetic foot that twists side-to-side as you walk, just like a real ankle does. 14 people with a below-knee amputation tried different twist settings while walking straight and in circles. The goal was to find the setting that feels best and puts the least strain on the leg. This is an early-stage research study, not a treatment or cure.

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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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