Prosthetic issues
-
Variable-Stiffness Prosthesis Improves Walking, Prevents Osteoarthritis—study
December 05, 2024
Most users of stiff passive prosthetic legs develop health issues like hip and knee osteoarthritis. Research shows that people with lower limb loss...
Most users of stiff passive prosthetic legs develop health issues like hip and knee osteoarthritis. Research shows that people with lower limb loss...
-
How a Toe Joint on a Prosthetic Leg Can Transform Walking
November 29, 2024
As prosthetic design improves to mimic the biological design, researchers sought to find out if adding a flexible toe joint to an otherwise stiff ...
As prosthetic design improves to mimic the biological design, researchers sought to find out if adding a flexible toe joint to an otherwise stiff ...
Read this Next
Is A Motor-Driven Adaptive Prosthetic Socket Better ...
Properly fitted prosthetic sockets are crucial for people who wear lower-limb prostheses. However, existing prosthetic sockets require constant fit monitoring throughout the day. This process can b...
How Prosthetic Ankle Stiffness Affects Balance and Gait
Individuals with lower limb loss improve the quality of their lives by using modular prosthetic ankle components. However, it’s important to set up these ankles properly for good stability when sta...
Confidently Solve Prosthetic Issues by Taking on a S...
Many challenges come with using a prosthetic limb, from budgeting for a new prosthesis to dealing with an uncooperative prosthetic limb when you're in a hurry. These challenges can make everything ...
How Uneven Surfaces Affect Below-Knee Prosthetic Use...
Navigating uneven surfaces can be a common obstacle, particularly when outdoors. However, individuals with below-knee limb loss face even more significant challenges when dealing with uneven terrain.