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Finding the best foot for you

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It’s so much more than a foot. It’s your foundation.

The prosthetic foot makes everything else possible. Whether you‘re an above or below knee amputee, the quality and performance of your whole prosthesis will be impacted by the quality and performance of the prosthetic foot.

With a wide range of Ottobock prosthetic feet you can be sure that together with your Prosthetist you will find the one prosthetic foot fitting to your personal needs. Whether it is a foot made out of carbon or it is a microprocessor controlled foot – our whole portfolio is based on the same idea: building a foundation. We take our responsibility seriously. When choosing a prosthetic foot from Ottobock, you can be sure that each one is designed with passion, in compliance with highest quality standards and always with your needs in mind.

What you can rely on

This is what you can rely on

With the widest range of prosthetic feet at Ottobock, you can be sure to find the one foot fitting to your personal needs. Whether it is a foot made out of carbon or it is a microprocessor controlled foot - our whole portfolio is based on the same idea: building a foundation. Find out about our different categories of feet.

Heritage

For generations, Ottobock feet have helped define what’s possible with a lower limb prosthesis. With every step, our feet carry on the traditions of craftsmanship, invention and passion – that continue to set our products apart.

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Our portfolio and (your role in) the fitting process

Each user is different and each user has different individual habits, preferences and goals. To meet your individual requirements and those of other users, it is not purposeful to provide one prosthetic foot for everyone but to have different prosthetic feet for different user needs. Our prosthetic feet cater to your requirements on an individual level.

Apart from giving you more insights into our prosthetic foot portfolio, we put together some useful information on selection criteria, prosthetic feet in general and FAQs for you. We believe the more knowledge you have of how your Prosthetist will choose the best foot for you, the more actively you can participate in your fitting. This will ensure you are both happy with the end result.



Carbon Feet

Carbon Feet

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Confidence in every step.

Terion K2

Designed for less active individuals who mainly navigate indoor environments and will utilise a walking aid for outdoor ambulation and place a high value on dependable support from their prosthetic foot.

Designed for less active individuals who mainly navigate indoor environments and will utilise a walking aid for outdoor ambulation and place a high value on dependable support from their prosthetic foot.

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Secure as expected

Trias

Designed for moderately active individuals who navigate indoor and familiar outdoor environments and place a high value on consistent stability when walking.

Designed for moderately active individuals who navigate indoor and familiar outdoor environments and place a high value on consistent stability when walking.

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Ready for everyday life.

Taleo

Designed for active individuals who navigate varied indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on effortless walking and the ability to go wherever life takes them.

Designed for active individuals who navigate varied indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on effortless walking and the ability to go wherever life takes them.

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Your will. Your way.

Triton

Designed for highly active individuals who navigate varied indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on uncompromised response and control even when performing high impact activities.

Designed for highly active individuals who navigate varied indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on uncompromised response and control even when performing high impact activities.

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Mechatronic feet

Mechatronic feet

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Explore new paths

Meridium

Designed for moderately active individuals who navigate various indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on intuitive adaptation that replicates natural movement.

Designed for moderately active individuals who navigate various indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on intuitive adaptation that replicates natural movement.

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Restore your power

Empower

Designed for highly active individuals who navigate various indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on the ability to cover longer distances and walk at a higher walking speed.

Designed for highly active individuals who navigate various indoor and outdoor environments and place a high value on the ability to cover longer distances and walk at a higher walking speed.

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Sports Feet

Sports Feet

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Set the pace

Runner

Designed for everyone who wants to use the same running blade that even elite athletes use.

Designed for everyone who wants to use the same running blade that even elite athletes use.

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Challenger

Designed for everyone who participates in recreational sports while performing agile and powerful movements.

Designed for everyone who participates in recreational sports while performing agile and powerful movements.

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General Information

General information on prosthetic feet

Designing prosthetic foot systems is challenging. It’s very difficult to reproduce the complex workings of the human foot and ankle. Ideally the foot will be light because its weight is added to the rest of the prosthetic leg. If the foot is too heavy and the suspension of the prosthesis is not appropriate, the connection to the socket and your limb will be affected and also the overall function of the prosthesis.

A good prosthetic foot should also be strong, as it will be taking on large forces and torque as you walk and run. Feet must also be small enough to fit within a foot shell, a cosmetic covering for the prosthetic foot, and thus fit within a shoe. Being light, strong and small whilst still remaining functional and durable is the challenge.

Early designs for prosthetic feet were often a solid piece of wood. A similar design, the SACH (solid-ankle-cushioned-heel) is still in use because of its sturdy function. It is especially useful for individuals with lower activity levels. A SACH foot typically has a rigid inner structure (wood or plastic) surrounded by a compressible foam cosmetic shell.

Today’s more sophisticated feet add more functions and are secured inside a cosmetic shell. Most people never see their prosthetic foot without this exterior shell. The cosmetic shell stretches around the prosthetic foot and serves two purposes:

  • It makes your prosthetic foot look like an anatomical foot.

  • It fits snuggly in your shoe.

What’s inside the shell can vary dramatically. Prosthetic feet are designed to meet the needs of your lifestyle and activity level. Here are some factors to consider.