Personalized prosthetic foot fitting for veterans
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how to better choose and train people with a new prosthetic foot after a below-knee amputation. It may help you find a foot that fits your needs and improve your walking.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have an amputation on one leg below the knee.
- It has been at least 6 months since your amputation.
- You have a prosthetic leg that fits comfortably and can be used with standard parts.
- You are able to walk well enough to safely do the study activities.
- You do not have a major amputation on the other leg.
- You are not currently doing physical therapy for walking or using your prosthetic.
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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