Qualitative & Quantitative Comparison of Hydrostatic vs Vacuum Casting Methods in Trans-Tibial Amputees

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Conditions studied: Hydrostatic Vacuum Casting

In brief

The purpose of this graduate research study is to compare hydrostatic and vacuum casting techniques using patient mobility indicators, volume displacement, comfort, and overall satisfaction outcomes in trans-tibial amputees.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT03891017

Run by

Loma Linda University

People needed

7

Starts

2019-04-01

Expected to finish

2019-07-01

Last updated by the study team

2019-07-15

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 18 years of age or older
• Trans-tibial amputation, unilateral
• Able to walk for a six-minute minimum w/o a break
• Amputation history of at least 6 months

You may not qualify if…

• Syme amputation
• Physical disability or injury affecting a natural gait pattern
• Ulcers or blisters on the residual limb

Where it is running

• Loma Linda Universtiy — Loma Linda, California, United States

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