New socket design aims to boost comfort for amputees

NCT ID NCT05662982

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Washington Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new type of prosthetic socket called the NU-FlexSIS for people who have a leg amputation above the knee and have limited mobility. The goal was to see if this socket is more comfortable and allows more wear time than the standard socket. 84 participants used both sockets so researchers could compare comfort, mobility, and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Northwestern University Flexible Subischial Suction Socket (NU-FlexSIS) - a custom prosthetic socket
What this could lead to: If successful, this socket could offer a more comfortable and functional option for people with lower mobility levels who have a leg amputation.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial with 84 participants, so results are limited to this specific group. The socket may not work for everyone, and comfort improvements may vary.

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TRANSFEMORAL AMPUTATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hanger Institute for Clinical Research and Education

Houston, Texas, 78758, United States
Minneapolis VA Health Care System

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417, United States
University of Washington

Seattle, Washington, 98195, United States

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