Prosthetic heat mystery: study probes why amputees feel too hot or cold
NCT ID NCT07215442
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looked at how people with below-knee amputations sense warm and cool temperatures on their skin, and how their blood vessels react. Researchers tested 56 participants, including those with and without diabetes, to find the smallest temperature change they could feel. The goal is to understand thermal discomfort in prosthetic users and guide better prosthetic design.
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VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division
Seattle, Washington, 98108, United States
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