Understanding how Powered Componentry Impacts Prosthetic Gait with a Transfemoral Prosthesis

Objective

The objective of this study is to understand how using a new powered prosthetic knee and/or ankle affects how people walk with a prosthesis.

Participants in this study will:

• Attend multiple study visits at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab over 6+ months
• Be fit with the study devices: a microprocessor knee, powered knee, powered ankle/foot, and passive foot
• Receive training to walk with all study devices
• Perform functional outcome measures with all study devices

Who Can Participate

Participants must:

• Have a transfemoral (above-the-knee) amputation on one side 
• Have used a definitive prosthesis for the past 6+ months 
• Be able to walk at least 50 meters with their prosthesis 
• Be English speaking 
• Weigh 250 pounds or less 

For additional information, please contact:

cbm@sralab.org

Compensation

Participants will receive compensation for each study visit.

Age Range

18-95