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Powered prosthetic ankles can restore a wide range of functions for amputees

Powered prosthetic ankles can restore a wide range of functions for amputees

A recent case study demonstrates that, with training, neural control of a powered prosthetic ankle can restore a wide range of abilities, including standing on very challenging surfaces and squatting. The researchers are currently working with a larger group of study participants to see how broadly applicable the findings may be.

Source: Science Daily

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