๐๏ธ Verified NIH Record โข Updated 2026-02-02
Metabolic Cost of Walking With Passive vs. Powered Prosthetic Knees Among Persons With Limb Loss (NCT05831696)
๐ข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Loma Linda University
๐ฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this industry-initiated research study is to test that a powered microprocessor controlled knee improves metabolic function during walking in level and sloped conditions as compared to the subject's physician prescribed prosthesis.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Loma Linda University โ Loma Linda, California
Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years
๐งช Interventions in This Study
- Powered Microprocessor-controlled Knee (PMPK) (OTHER)
๐ "Do I Qualify?" โ 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ
๐ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Loma Linda University โ Loma Linda, California
๐ Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (909) 558-6516
Email: mdavidson@llu.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
๐ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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๐ก How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.