The Effectiveness of Frontal Plane Adaptability in a Novel Foot Prosthesis: Protocol for a Randomized Crossover Clinical Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The primary objective of this study is to investigate whether a novel prosthetic foot with a polycentric ankle, which offers side-to-side adaptability, improves mobility and daily performance in individuals with (1) unilateral above-knee amputation, (2) unilateral below-knee amputation with a lower mobility level (K2) , or (3) bilateral amputation, any level of amputation. Traditional prostheses are primarily designed for forward walking and lack adaptability for navigating uneven terrain, turning, and executing other multidirectional tasks, often resulting in pain, instability, and limited function.

Objective

The objective of this testing protocol is to better understand the functional impact of a novel foot design that offers more inversion/eversion rotation of

SUBMITTER: Carey SL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12724065 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature