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EXPLOREElite Blade

Elite Blade

PDAC Approved
Suitable for submersion (up to 1 metre)
Activity Level 3 4

A lightweight, high energy return prosthetic foot, the elite blade is ideal for Level 3-4, high impact use from the casual jogger to the serious runner. The flexible extended pylon reduces shock load transmission making it a great crossover foot for work, leisure and sports activities.

Key Features

  • e-carbon foot with independent springs
  • Lightweight with dynamic forward progression
  • Spring range from low to high impact
  • Variable spring stiffness heel wedge
  • Male or female sliding & rotating housings
  • Sandal Toe foot shell

Elite Blade Clinical Evidence Reference

Clinical Outcomes using e-carbon feet

  • High mean radius of curvature for Esprit-style e-carbon feet2: “The larger the radius of curvature, the more stable is the foot”
  • Allow variable running speeds3
  • Increased self-selected walking speed4
  • Elite-style e-carbon feet (L code VL5987) or VT units demonstrate the second highest mobility levels, behind only microprocessor feet5
  • Users demonstrate confidence in prosthetic loading during high activity6
  • Improved prosthetic push-off work compared to SACH feet7
  • Increased prosthetic positive work done4
  • High degree of user satisfaction, particularly with high activity users8

References

1. Crimin A, McGarry A, Harris EJ, et al. The effect that energy storage and return feet have on the propulsion of the body: A pilot study. Proc Inst Mech Eng [H] 2014; 228: 908–915.
2. Curtze C, Hof AL, van Keeken HG, et al. Comparative roll-over analysis of prosthetic feet. J Biomech 2009; 42: 1746–1753.
3. Strike SC, Arcone D, Orendurff M. Running at submaximal speeds, the role of the intact and prosthetic limbs for trans-tibial amputees. Gait Posture 2018; 62: 327–332.
4. Ray SF, Wurdeman SR, Takahashi KZ. Prosthetic energy return during walking increases after 3 weeks of adaptation to a new device. J Neuroengineering Rehabil 2018; 15: 6.
5. Wurdeman SR, Stevens PM, Campbell JH. Mobility analysis of AmpuTees (MAAT 5): Impact of five common prosthetic ankle-foot categories for individuals with diabetic/dysvascular amputation. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2019; 6: 2055668318820784. Download
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6. Haber CK, Ritchie LJ, Strike SC. Dynamic elastic response prostheses alter approach angles and ground reaction forces but not leg stiffness during a start-stop task. Hum Mov Sci 2018; 58: 337–346.
7. Rock CG, Wurdeman SR, Stergiou N, Takahashi KZ. Stride-to-stride fluctuations in transtibial amputees are not affected by changes in push-off mechanics from using different prostheses. PloS one. 2018;13(10).
8. Highsmith MJ, Kahle JT, Miro RM, et al. Differences in Military Obstacle Course Performance Between Three Energy-Storing and Shock-Adapting Prosthetic Feet in High-Functioning Transtibial Amputees: A Double-Blind, Randomized Control Trial. Mil Med 2016; 181: 45–54.

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Elite Blade Technical Data

Max. User Weight:

166kg
365lb

Activity Level:

3-4

Size Range:

22-30cm

Component Weight:

500g†
1lb 2oz†

Build Height:

200-365mm
77/8" - 143/8"

Heel Height:

10mm

†Component weight shown is for a size 26cm without foot shell.

Selection Guide

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Foot Shell Width Guide

Click on the table below to help choose the correct width when ordering the new Sandal Toe Foot Shell. For sizes 25, 26 and 27 you can now choose between Narrow (N) and Wide (W) fittings.

Footshell Width Guide

Accessories

Foot Shell Cover 539087
Top housing male 539601
Top housing female 539602

Ordering

Example

EB 25 L N 5 S M
Product Code Size Side Width* Spring Set Sandal Toe †

+ Adapter

† For dark tone add suffix D. 
Foot examples: Size 25 left, narrow, spring rating 5, sandal toe, male proximal (F for Female)
*Narrow (N) and Wide (W) available for sizes 25-27 only.

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