Adjustable prosthetic sockets for leg amputees
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a new type of prosthetic socket that can be adjusted, aiming to improve comfort and fit for veterans who have lost a leg below the knee. If successful, it could help you walk more easily and with less irritation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a veteran and have lost one leg below the knee.
- You use a prosthetic leg for at least 4 hours each day.
- You have had your amputation for at least one year.
- Your current prosthesis uses a four-bolt socket attachment.
- You are able to walk on a treadmill.
- You do not have any current skin problems or pain in your residual limb that affects walking.
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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