Adjustable prosthetic sockets for lower limb amputees
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests adjustable prosthetic sockets that may improve comfort and fit for veterans with below-knee amputations. If you currently use a prosthesis, this could help make walking more comfortable.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a veteran with a below-knee amputation (transtibial).
- You have used a prosthetic leg for at least 4 hours a day.
- It has been at least one year since your amputation.
- Your current prosthetic leg has a four-bolt socket attachment.
- You are able to walk on a treadmill.
- You do not have skin irritation, injury, 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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