Powered knee study for above-knee amputee walkers
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how a powered (motorized) prosthetic knee joint affects walking in people with one above-knee amputation. It aims to find out if the powered knee makes walking easier or more natural.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 95 years old.
- You have one leg amputated above the knee (transfemoral).
- You've had your final prosthetic fitting for at least 6 months.
- You can walk 55 yards (50 meters) with your prosthetic without help from another person.
- You weigh less than 250 pounds.
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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