Can a budget prosthetic foot match the expensive ones? new study tests it out

NCT ID NCT06390033

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looked at how well a low-cost prosthetic foot works compared to standard ones for people who have lost a leg below the knee. Six participants performed balance tests, walking tasks, and jumps in a lab. The goal was to see if the cheaper option could provide similar movement and satisfaction.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

    Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong

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