The loss of a lower limb has a profound impact on a person’s ability to move through life.
ADVANCED LOWER EXTREMITY PROSTHETICS
Innovative Prosthetics and Orthotics was founded on clinical innovation and is at the very center of an amazing technological revolution. Since our beginning, we have been recognized as the leader in introducing state-of-the-art prosthetic and orthotic components.
Today, advanced materials and designs are restoring mobility to people of all ages and from every background. Whether challenged by illness, injury or accident, Innovative Clinic patients are empowered.
GENIUM BIONIC PROSTHETIC SYSTEM
The Genium Bionic Prosthetic System is the world’s only microprocessor controlled knee that can anticipate your movements and adapt instantaneously in order to function as close to a natural leg as possible. The Genium allows you to focus on what you are doing, not your prosthesis.
Realizing Your Potential Naturally
Culminating decades of research and development, the Genium Prosthetic Knee combines an accelerometer and gyroscope with today’s most advanced sensing and control technologies.
Utilized for the first time with a prosthesis, Genium’s gyroscope collects data in three dimensions to identify where it is in space while the accelerometer tracks its speed. These same technologies enable Wii gaming systems to sense and react to user movements and devices such as the iPad to turn and adjust on-screen images as they’re repositioned.
Genium’s array of four sensors deliver an unprecedented quantity and quality of data to three microprocessors – the most ever utilized by a prosthetic knee – that allows them to predict what will happen next. By applying sophisticated rule sets, these microprocessors intuitively move the prosthesis in multiple directions in much the same the way a normal leg would respond. As a result, users can side-step, walk backwards, shuffle step, stop short, pivot on their prosthetic leg and perform a wide range of common movements naturally without concentrating.
Genium also adapts immediately to changes in direction, speed or pace. Its fluid motion allows the knee to get in front of the body rapidly and support it even in a bent position. And unlike other prosthetic legs, it lets amputees step over obstacles instead of walking around them.
C-LEG MICROPROCESSOR KNEES
With C-Leg® microprocessor-controlled knee you can speed up, slow down, take on hills and go down stairs step-over-step—all with a secure, more natural gait.
How C-Leg® Microprocessor Knee Technology Works
The revolutionary microprocessor that controls the C-Leg Microprocessor Knee receives feedback from multiple sensors 50 times a second, allowing the knee to anticipate your next move and make adjustments in real time. This keeps your knee stable when you weight it, free-swinging when you step through—and always ready to support you if you stumble.
Stumble Recovery
Whenever the C-Leg Microprocessor Knee senses that you’re in an insecure position—such as when you trip or stumble—it will stiffen to provide the support you need to recover. When it senses that you’re secure again, it offers its normal, reliable support.
Multiple Modes for Multiple Uses
The C-Leg Microprocessor Knee offers several functional modes. The first two modes can be set for walking and other favorite activities, such as driving or riding a bike. A new “standing” mode lets you lock the leg yourself between 7 and 70 degrees, helping you use less energy no matter what you stand for.
Switching between modes is as easy as bouncing on your toe—or a press of the wireless remote control.
C-Leg Microprocessor Knee Protector
The C-Leg Microprocessor Knee Protector is a tough exterior shell that keeps your C-Leg Microprocessor Knee protected from the environment. It’s easy to put on and take off and includes an anti-slip feature to make the knee more stable when you kneel.
The C-Leg Microprocessor Knee Has You Covered
A three-year warranty is standard with the C-Leg Microprocessor Knee and includes a free service check at 24 months. We even provide a loaner microprocessor knee during the service period.
How to Be Fit With the C-Leg Microprocessor Knee
The C-Leg Microprocessor Knee must be fit by a C-Leg Microprocessor Knee qualified prosthetists. They’ve invested two full days in the classroom to master the customizing software, and will set the knee for all the ways you walk—fast and slow, indoors and out.
ÉLAN
The élan is a new microprocessor-controlled hydraulic foot from Endolite that uses patented microprocessor-controlled technology to provide real time, simultaneous adjustments as the user walks, allowing for a smoother gait without thought from the user. It is designed to adapt dynamically to provide assistance when walking on a variety of surfaces and changing gait speeds.
How élan Technology Works
The élan provides assistance in forward progression and a brake effect when walking down an incline, resulting in optimized momentum and security for the user. This allows the user to perform daily routines that include negotiating uneven terrain, slopes and ramps, all with less effort, increased stability, and greater confidence.
Additional Benefits of the élan:
- Improved ground clearance in swing phase
- Enhanced security and stability
- Improved posture
- Even loading between limbs
- Improved gait
- Incorporated battery, self-contained device
- Rechargeable battery that lasts a minimum of 24 hours
- Water resistant
- Clean / sleek look
- Ability to be cosmetically covered
The élan is recommended for moderately active amputees with the ability or potential for ambulation with variable cadence and who may benefit from enhanced security, functionality and increased confidence on uneven surfaces, slopes and ramps.
ABOVE-KNEE PROSTHETICS
An above-knee (AK) prosthesis consists of a custom-made socket combined with a supportive frame, knee unit, pylon, and foot. Sometimes a suspension sleeve or harness may also be necessary.
BELOW-KNEE PROSTHETICS
A below-knee (BK) prosthesis will typically consist of a custom-made socket, a pylon and a foot. Sometimes a suspension sleeve or harness may also be necessary.
