Shock-Absorbing prostheses may protect skin in amputees with diabetes
NCT ID NCT06458426
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how skin temperature and blood flow change in people with a leg amputation, especially those with diabetes. Researchers will test two types of prosthetic legs—rigid and shock-absorbing—to see which one keeps the skin cooler and healthier. Sixty participants will walk while sensors measure motion, blood flow, and skin temperature.
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112-0920, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
shock-absorbing prosthesis
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design better prostheses that reduce skin complications for people with leg amputations and diabetes.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It measures short-term effects, not long-term outcomes.
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