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Traditional prostheses are primarily designed for forward walking and lack adaptability for navigating uneven terrain, turning, and executing other multidirectional tasks, often resulting in pain, instability, and limited function.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective<\/jats:title>\n The objective of this testing protocol is to better understand the functional impact of a novel foot design that offers more inversion\/eversion rotation of the polycentric ankle. Although the foot has the potential to address mobility challenges, it is unknown whether people with different amputations and mobility levels respond differently.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n The study includes community-based mobility assessments, standardized questionnaires, and participant feedback. Although side-to-side adaptability prosthetic feet have shown benefits for highly active users, this study aims to evaluate the impact on individuals with more significant mobility limitations.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n Results may guide prosthetic prescription, expand access to advanced prosthetic technology, and inform reimbursement policies, particularly benefiting veterans and service members with combat-related amputations. The study began recruiting in October 2023; as of September 2025, there were 66 participants (17 below the knee, 34 above the knee, and 15 bilateral) who completed the protocol. The clinical trial is expected to be completed by March 2027. 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