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EXPLOREElite<sup>2</sup>

Elite2

PDAC Approved
Suitable for submersion (up to 1 metre)
Activity Level (2) 3 4

A lightweight prosthetic foot for Activity Level 3 – 4 users. The independent e-carbon foot springs provide vertical shock absorption as well as efficient and responsive energy return. It is designed for high impact, all terrain walking as well as a variety of recreational sports

Key Features

  • Enhanced e-carbon foot springs
  • Ground compliance from Tripod System™
  • Split toe
  • Lightweight design
  • Variable spring stiffness heel wedge
  • Low build height and easy to finish
  • Sandal Toe foot shell

Elite2 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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Elite2 Technical Data

Max. User Weight:

166kg
365lb

Activity Level:

3-4

Size Range:

22-30cm

Component Weight:

420g†
1lb†

Build Height:

130mm
5⅛"

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

Ordering

Example

EL 25 L N 5 S
Product Code  Size Side Width* Spring set Sandal Toe

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

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