Study of a prosthetic foot with adjustable heel height
This trial tests a prosthetic foot that lets you adjust the heel height so you can comfortably walk in different shoes or barefoot. It is for people with a leg amputation who already use a certain type of prosthetic foot and want more flexibility in their footwear.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an adult who has had a major leg amputation.
- You want to be able to walk indoors, outdoors, and in other places as part of your daily life.
- You have been using an energy-storing prosthetic foot for at least 3 months.
- You want to walk in shoes with different heel heights or barefoot.
- Your body weight is under 115 kg (about 253 lbs), and your foot size is between US men's 5 and 14 (EU 22 to 28).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests a prosthetic foot that automatically adjusts its stiffness while you walk to help you keep your balance in daily life. It might make walking feel more steady and natural for people with a below-knee amputation.
This study tests whether a microprocessor-controlled knee can reduce falls in people who walk limited distances. If you use a regular mechanical knee and have a moderate activity level, this trial might help you walk more safely.
This study tests whether a new prosthetic foot can help people with a lower-limb amputation walk better. You will use your current foot and the new foot, and we will measure how well you walk.
This study tests if changing the height of a heel lift in a custom foot brace can improve how weight is distributed on your foot after a serious ankle or hindfoot injury. If you have pain when walking, this could help find better ways to reduce that pain.
This trial is testing a prosthetic socket that can automatically adjust to help fit better and feel more comfortable. It may help people with below-knee (transtibial) amputations who currently struggle with socket fit or comfort.
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.
Hear when a new Lower Limb Amputation Above Knee trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.