Welcome to The Clinical Minute! On this episode, Clinical Education Specialist DeLana Finney, MSPO, LCPO, provides an overview of the PROTEOR Ethos LP Foot.
PROTEOR Ethos LP Overview
The Ethos LP is a low-profile solution that integrates PROTEOR’s unique FusionFlex composite technology. The fiberglass material, also used in PROTEOR’s RUSH series, is sandwiched between two layers of carbon composite. The fiberglass core increases durability while the outer layers of carbon fiber increase energy return.
The ultra-durable and flexible multiaxial rotation plate between the keel and heel provides independent internal and external rotation to reduce rotational forces on the residual limb in the socket and double the inversion and eversion of a traditional low-profile carbon fiber foot.
There are three versions with build heights ranging from 1.66 inches in the pediatric version to 2.48 inches in the adult versions:
- K3 adult low-profile foot
- 22-30 cm
- 485 g, including foot shell
- Adult low-profile foot
- 26-30 cm
- Automatic vacuum integrated into the heel bumper
- Pulling 18-21 inHg with no added heel height and minimal added weight
- Pediatric low-profile foot
- 9-21 cm
- 275 g, including foot shell
Key Features & Benefits:
- Enhanced durability, high energy return, and lightweight
- ± 8° of axial rotation
- ± 16.5° of inversion and eversion
- Heel bumper provides vertical shock absorption at heel strike
- Split keel and heel adapt to uneven terrain, slopes, and objects on the ground
- Half rocker sole plate provides constant contact with the ground for a smooth rollover and superior ground compliance
- No bolts eliminate dead spots
- Waterproof/resistant to fresh, sea, and chlorinated water
- Recommended L-Codes: L5981 + L5986
- Available with Light, Medium, Dark, of Jet Black foot shells
Technical Specifications:
The PROTEOR Ethos LP line is available on the SPS Online Store:
For more information, email us at clinical@spsco.com or contact your SPS Sales Account Manager.
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