Testing the power knee for above-knee amputees
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a powered knee called the Ossur Power Knee to see how it affects walking for people who have had an above-the-knee amputation. It might help you walk more smoothly and with less effort.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had one leg amputated above the knee, on one side only.
- Your remaining limb is of standard to long length (not too short).
- You have been using a prosthetic leg for at least 1 year.
- You are an active walker (can walk at varying speeds and on different surfaces).
- Your skin on the remaining part of your leg is in good condition and you have good feeling in it.
- You don't need a cane or walker for short distances.
- You are not taking medicines that affect your balance or walking.
- Your current prosthetic socket fits well (checked by the study's prosthetist).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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