Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
quantitative differences, gait, PVC prosthesis design, traditional prosthesis
College
Life Sciences
Department
Exercise Sciences
Abstract
Our purpose in conducting research was to evaluate a novel, below-knee PVC prosthesis (Figure 1) relative to traditional below-knee prostheses. We aimed to collect data from the biomechanical gait analysis of amputees using the PVC prosthesis. Our desire is to help those in developing nations who have remained immobile after amputation due to lack of funds or technology in their country. This leg only costs $25.00 to manufacture, and if it is found to be similar to traditional prostheses it could help a lot of people. Since the outset of this project we have had successes and failures. Through the ups and downs I have grown in appreciation for my discipline as well as the role research plays in the process of academics. There is much more to research with the PVC prosthesis. In this report I give an account of where we are, what I have learned, and where we are going next with the research.
Recommended Citation
Chinn, David and Seeley, Dr. Matt
(2013)
"Examining Quantitative Differences in Gait Between the PVC Prosthesis Design and the Traditional Prosthesis,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 1154.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1154