Optimizing Prosthetic Prescription to Mitigate the Effects of Perspiration

Running, not enrolling · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Amputation, Prosthesis User

In brief

The specific aim of this research is to compare three clinically available liners, each intended to address problems of residual limb perspiration, with the as-prescribed liner of lower limb prosthesis user and determine their effect on stability, suspension, and comfort.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07024342

Run by

VA Puget Sound Health Care System

People needed

180

Starts

2022-10-04

Expected to finish

2026-09-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-01-09

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 70. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Unilateral transtibial amputation
• Been fit with a prosthesis and used it for at least six months
• Wear the prosthesis for four or more hours on average per day
• Have, or will have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with video conferencing ability
• Currently have problems with residual limb perspiration
• Currently wear a WillowWood Alpha Classic or Alpha Hybrid liner

You may not qualify if…

• Improper fit and suspension with current prosthesis and one cannot be achieved with clinical resources
• Residual limb is ulcerated
• Current skin irritation or injury on residual limb
• Osteoarthritis, injury, or pain that interferes with walking ability
• Currently incarcerated
• Pregnant
• Inadequate cognitive function or language proficiency to consent to participate

Where it is running

• VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division — Seattle, Washington, United States

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