 Walk with confidence
The
C-Leg©
with an electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder is a quantum step forward in lower limb prosthetic technology. It
offers the closest possible approximation to natural gait. This is the
world's first completely microprocessor controlled prosthetic knee joint. On-board electronic sensors collect
real-time data to control stance and swing phase movements of the knee. The C-Leg©
meets the full range of stability and functional needs for today's amputee. Advanced microprocessor control means it is
no longer necessary to concentrate on the
task of walking. Individual adjustments are optimized during the fitting by interfacing the knee with a personal
computer.
 Electronic precision:Precise
control
Providing optimal stability during all phases of gait was the highest priority during development of the C-Leg©
. Unique software algorithms determine the phase of the gait cycle being under taken and immediately adjust the knee
functions to compensate.
During a typical 1.2 second gait cycle, the C-Leg©
monitors information from multiple sensors more than 60 times. The knee angle sensor provides data for dynamic
control of swing phase, based on the step length and frequency. Force sensors in the shin use
heel and toe loading data to determine stance phase stability.
As a result, movement is easier and more
natural. Including walking down a ramp,
stairs, or on uneven terrain. By adjusting automatically to such conditions, the C-Leg© reduces the need to compensate with the opposite limb.
C-Leg©
is a Registered Trademark of Otto Bock Orthopadische Ind. |
C-Leg©... A New Dimension in
Amputee Mobility