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Study for Adults with Above Knee Amputation
Do you wear an above-knee prosthetic socket? If you are at least 18 years old, this study may be for you!
We are looking for adults 18 years or older with transfemoral limb loss to examine how different sockets impact your risk of falling. You do not need to have experienced a fall in the past to participate.
Participants will be asked
- Visit out laboratory for 2 sessions
- Pass a screening with certified prosthetists
- Complete tests at the lab to look at strength
- Complete tests at the lab to look at balance
- Total time commitment will be 5-6 hours
Participants will receive
- $20 per hour four your time
- travel reimbursement
Location
All sessions will be completed at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
Are you eligible?
- 18 years or older
- Have an above-knee amputation of one leg
- Have worn a prosthesis for at least 6 months
If you’re unsure if you meet the requirements, call or email a member of the study team.
Research Coordinator: Jessica Rivas
jessica.rivas@rosalindfranklin.edu
224-570-7543
Principal Investigator: Noah Rosenblatt, PhD
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science