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An Automatically Adjusting Prosthetic Socket for People With Transtibial Amputation
Sponsor: University of Washington
Summary
People with leg amputations often experience daily changes in the size (volume) of their residual limb. These daily changes can cause a prosthesis to fit poorly. They can also cause limb problems like pain or skin breakdown. Prosthetic socket systems that accommodate limb volume changes can help address these issues, but they require users to make adjustments throughout the day. The aim of this research is to create a system that will automatically adjust the fit of the socket and create a well-fitting prosthesis for people with leg amputations who experience volume fluctuations when using their prosthesis.
Official title: An Automatically-adjusting Prosthetic Socket for People With Transtibial Amputation
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2021-10-18
Completion Date
2027-06
Last Updated
2022-09-29
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Auto Adjusting Prosthesis
Participants will test the auto adjusting prosthesis. The prosthesis will be able to move up to 3 panels built into the socket walls to expand or tighten the socket's fit. The auto adjustments will take place during periods of sitting, standing, or walking. Manual adjustments will also be possible either via the researcher controlling the prosthesis or via the key fob developed in the first aim.
Locations (1)
William H. Foege Hall
Seattle, Washington, United States