DATE: October 1, 2006
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ENERGY ENHANCING SMART IP AVAILABLE THROUGH SPS
The Smart IP Knee, now available through SPS, is the first knee to employ intelligent programming technology to dynamically program optimum swing settings according to individual user preferences. At any time, the wearer can reprogram the knee for specific activities or conditions – ranging from a rigorous uphill hike to a change from hiking boots to dress shoes.
Endolite's Smart IP optimizes energy efficiency by allowing the amputee to select an optimal program for their individualized activities. Clinical studies* have show that intelligent swing control reduces the amount of energy expended by trans-femoral amputees in comparison with standard pneumatic controls with fixed settings.
For more information about the Smart IP knee call SPS Customer Service at 800.767.7776 x 3.
* "Energy cost of walking: Comparison of 'Intelligent Prostheses' with conventional mechanism". Published by Arch, American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Vol 78, March 1997. By John G. Buckley, BSc, MSc, William D. Spence, MSc, DipPO, Stephen E. Solomonidis, BSc, MIMechE, CEng
"Conventional versus microchip controlled pneumatic swing phase control for trans-femoral amputees: users verdict". Published by Prosthetics and Orthotics International, 1998, 22, p129-135. By D.Datta and J.Howitt, Mobility and Specialized Rehabilitation Centre, Northern Hospital, Sheffield, England.
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