Novel passive ankle-foot prosthesis mimics able-bodied ankle angles and ground reaction forces.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2019.12.016
Abstract: BACKGROUND During gait, the human ankle both bends with ease and provides push-off forces that facilitate forward motion. The ankle is crucial for support, stabilization, and adapting to different slopes and terrains. Individuals with lower… read more here.
Keywords: able bodied; prosthesis; ankle foot; foot ... See more keywords
Toward Developing a Powered Ankle-Foot Prosthesis With Electromyographic Control to Enhance Functional Performance: A Case Study in a U.S. Service Member.
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DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usac038
Abstract: The only commercially available ankle-foot prosthesis with powered propulsion lacks ruggedization and other capabilities for service members seeking to return to duty and/or other physically demanding activities. Here, we evaluated a ruggedized powered ankle-foot prosthesis… read more here.
Keywords: ankle foot; prosthesis; foot prosthesis; powered ankle ... See more keywords
Design and Construction of a New Partial Foot Prosthesis Based on High-Pressure Points in a Patient with Diabetes with Transmetatarsal Amputation: A Technical Note
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DOI: 10.1097/jpo.0000000000000183
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Diabetic foot ulcers are significant complications of diabetes that can lead to amputation. Partial foot prostheses can be used to redistribute the plantar pressure on the residual limb to alleviate local pressures. The aim… read more here.
Keywords: pressure; transmetatarsal amputation; foot; foot prosthesis ... See more keywords
Shortcomings of human-in-the-loop optimization of an ankle-foot prosthesis emulator: a case series
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DOI: 10.1098/rsos.202020
Abstract: Human-in-the-loop optimization allows for individualized device control based on measured human performance. This technique has been used to produce large reductions in energy expenditure during walking with exoskeletons but has not yet been applied to… read more here.
Keywords: human loop; control; loop optimization; ankle foot ... See more keywords
Assessment of the compressive and tensile mechanical properties of materials used in the Jaipur Foot prosthesis
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DOI: 10.1177/0309364618767143
Abstract: Background: Designed by Dr. Sethi, the Jaipur Foot prosthesis is ideally suited for amputees in developing countries as it utilizes locally sourced, biodegradable, inexpensive materials and is focused on affordability and functionality. To date, however,… read more here.
Keywords: jaipur foot; mechanical properties; material; foot ... See more keywords