RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06419920

Prosthetic Performance Enhancement Trial

Sponsor

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Enrollment

35 participants

Start Date

Jun 26, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Amputation Lower Limb Amputation Above Knee (Injury)Lower Limb Amputation Below Knee (Injury)Lower Limb Amputation Knee Lower Limb Amputation at Ankle (Injury)Lower Limb Amputation at Hip (Injury)

Summary

The purpose of this research is to determine the feasibility of an uneven terrain walking program for lower limb prosthesis users. The training is designed to induce step-to-step variability during walking within a safe environment, with the aim of improving walking skill and confidence.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying Flat terrain locomotor training and Uneven terrain locomotor training for people with amputation, lower limb amputation above knee (injury), and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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Interventions

OTHERFlat terrain locomotor training

The training will be comprised of up to 12 sets of 2-min continuous walking on a level treadmill or mat, interspersed with rest breaks of at least one minute. Training will be completed three times per week for four weeks.

OTHERUneven terrain locomotor training

The training will be comprised of up to 12 sets of 2-min continuous walking on an uneven terrain treadmill or mat, interspersed with rest breaks of at least one minute. Training will be completed three times per week for four weeks.