Evaluating the Ossur Power Knee for improved mobility in amputees
Official title: Do Transfemoral Prostheses with Powered Prosthetic Knee Flexion and Extension Improve Mobility? A Biomechanical Evaluation of the Ossur Power Knee
Funded at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center · NIH-11051188 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the Ossur Power Knee, a special powered prosthetic knee, can help people with leg amputations walk better and move more easily in their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Jesse Brown VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX004541-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11051188 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with transfemoral amputations who are seeking to improve their mobility with advanced prosthetic technology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have transfemoral amputations or those who are not interested in using powered prosthetic devices may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the Ossur Power Knee, a powered prosthetic knee, can enhance mobility for individuals with transfemoral amputations. By utilizing advanced biomechanical evaluations, the study aims to assess the effectiveness of this innovative prosthesis in providing better knee flexion and extension during walking and other activities. Participants will be monitored to understand how the powered features of the knee improve their overall movement and quality of life. The research will involve detailed measurements and analyses of mobility performance using the latest technology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in mobility and independence for amputees using powered prosthetic knees.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results with powered prosthetic devices, indicating potential for significant advancements in mobility for amputees.
Where this research is happening
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Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gard, Steven a. — Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Gard, Steven a.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.