Comparative Performance of Dynamic Elastic Response Feet

Completed · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Transtibial Amputation - Unilateral

In brief

The purpose of this study was to compare the functional performance of individuals with transtibial amputation using two types of prosthetic foot designs: carbon fiber vs. fiberglass composite.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT02542761

Run by

Mayo Clinic

People needed

10

Starts

2015-06-01

Expected to finish

2016-05-01

Last updated by the study team

2018-09-20

Who can join

Age: 21 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Unilateral transtibial amputee
• Currently using a carbon fiber prosthetic (DER) foot for at least the last 6 months
• Stable stump volume over the past 6 months
• Medicare Functional Classification Level K3 or K4

You may not qualify if…

• Neuromuscular problems such as previous stroke or contralateral amputation
• Use of gait aids for ambulation
• Undergoing dialysis
• Poor prosthetic socket fit or stump problems (e.g., skin breakdown)

Where it is running

• Mayo Clinic — Rochester, Minnesota, United States

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