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Cherelle P, Mathijssen G, Wang Q et al (2014) Advances in propulsive bionic feet and their actuation principles. Adv Mech Eng 6:984046 Kahle JT (1999) Conventional and hydrostatic transtibial interface comparison. JPO J Prosthetics Orthotics 85–91 Depending on your amputation level, lifestyle, and your overall medical condition, each technology mentioned above is different. However, all share a common theme as they are focused on providing maximum comfort, empowerment, adjustability, and innovation. The differences lie in user preference and input from your Prosthetist. Comparison Chart Sanders JE, Nicholson BS, Zachariah SG et al (2004) Testing of elastomeric liners used in limb prosthetics: Classification of 15 products by mechanical performance. J Rehabil Res Dev 41:175 Sanders JE, Redd CB, Cagle JC, Hafner BJ, Gardner D, Allyn KJ, et al. Preliminary evaluation of a novel bladder-liner for facilitating residual-limb fluid volume recovery without doffing. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2016;53(6):1107–20.
Shaw J, Challa S, Conway D et al (2018) Quality of life and complications in lower limb amputees in Tanzania: results from a pilot study. Lancet Glob Heal 6:S18
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Fernie GR, Holliday PJ. Volume fluctuations in the residual limbs of lower limb amputees. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1982;63(4):162–5. Ballas, GJ, Ballas, MT. Modular adjustable prosthetic volume compensation system. US patent 2022/0110768 A1. 2022. Martin Bionics. Martin bionics prosthetics + research. 2022. https://martinbionics.com/. Accessed 7 Dec 2022. Andrysek J. Lower-limb prosthetic technologies in the developing world: a review of literature from 1994–2010. Prosthet Orthot Int. 2010;34(4):378–98.
Afzal S, Altaf M, Fatima N, Bukhari B, Nasir M, Khan S. Skin problems of amputees using upper limb prosthesis. Rawal Med J. 2022;47(1):53.
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Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. Medical devices: legal requirements for specific medical products: UK Government; 2023. [Accessed 24/05/23]. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/medical-devices-legal-requirements-for-specific-medical-devices/medical-devices-legal-requirements-for-specific-medical-devices#custom-made. Andrysek J (2010) Lower-limb prosthetic technologies in the developing world. Prosthetics Orthot Int 34:378–398 All limb types and sizes. Their technology can be fit on all limb types from pediatric to obese (even over 400 pounds), any length residual limb, geriatric to athletic, and all amputation levels. Kawamura J, Hayashi Y, Yoneda T, Minamihara K, Tanaka H, Arimitsu K, et al. Temporary above-knee prostheses and training programme during chemotherapy. Prosthet Orthot Int. 1985;9(2):87–91. The low participant numbers perhaps reflect the relatively early stage of this field’s development and may also reflect the relatively small population of eligible research participants, particularly those with upper limb absence.