Wearable sensors reveal how prosthetics perform in the real world
NCT ID NCT04275973
First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 21, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tested how different lower-limb prostheses and orthoses affect movement during daily life. Twenty participants with lower-limb amputation or drop foot wore each device for a period while sensors tracked their walking. The goal was to compare devices and improve how we measure real-world benefits.
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University of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin, 53706-1539, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Lower limb prostheses and orthoses (devices)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors choose the best prosthetic or orthotic device for each person based on real-world movement data.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the devices tested are already available, so no new treatment is being developed.
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