Overview
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This study is being done to conduct a preliminary investigation into a new prosthetic microprocessor controlled ankle, called the Damping, Stiffness, and Repositioning (DSR) ankle. In particular, we are interested in seeing how this type of new device may benefit people who are rated as a K2 ambulator.
Subject Population
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- Aged 18-89 years
- Patient who have a unilateral transtibial amputation who are able to use a prosthesis and who currently use a passive, non-microprocessor controlled prosthesis
- K2 level ambulators
Study Personnel
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Arun Jayaraman, PT, PhD
Executive Director, Technology & Innovation Hub (tiHUB); Director, Max Näder Center for Rehabilitation Technologies & Outcomes ResearchFunding Source
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National Institutes of Health