A More Natural Prosthetic Foot
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While still in its prototype phase, the Tensegrity foot is designed to mimic the action of a jointed foot to allow for a more natural and stable gait. Built by inventor and mechanical engineer Jerome Rifkin, the artificial foot bends like a normal foot and ankle, and conforms to the terrain underneath it. The prosthetic options for foot amputees is limited due to the complexity involved in mimicking the weight-bearing action and propulsion involved with the foot. Mechanical prosthetics often do not mimic the motion of a natural foot, and other prosthetics cost a significant amount and are not covered by insurance.
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