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Prosthetics Glossary

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Microprocessor Knee

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A prosthetic knee joint unit that uses an onboard computer processor to continuously adjust resistance and swing-phase control in response to sensor data from the user's gait.

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Elevated Vacuum Suspension

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A suspension method that uses a powered pump to create and maintain a negative-pressure environment between the liner an...

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