10 February 2009
Endolite launches new eliteVT Foot
The eliteVT foot uses a unique Vector ThrustTM system to deliver power and control during gait to set a new pace in prosthetic foot technology. The foot combines a highly technical, machined coil that absorbs impact loads and torsional shear with a finely tuned pair of e-carbon springs that smoothly transfer body mass. It delivers energy at critical points to enhance all activities.
Amputee Choletan Senior comments: “The good thing about this foot is that it allows the knee to move without the foot moving as well. I feel a lot more confidence and a lot more balance. It’s an all-rounder! Instead of having one running leg, one for rock climbing and one
for walking you can have the eliteVT and do several aspects at the same time.“
The Science behind the eliteVT
An effective energy management system is one which converts the potential and kinetic energy of the amputee’s motion into elastic strain energy in the various sprung elements of the foot. This is returned efficiently at the most appropriate points in the gait cycle.
The eliteVT enhances forward progression because the combined action of the axial spring system and e-carbon foot springs returns energy at two points in the gait cycle during walking:
• Progressive transfer from heel strike to mid-stance
• Responsive push off
When running this fluid action changes to a single loading response:
• Powerful loading and return of energy
The elite VT smoothly manages both requirements by combining the properties of the axial spring and the foot springs to result in a biomimetic balance similar to that provided by the combined tibial muscle and foot arch action in the natural foot.
The eliteVT delivers strength, power and control with looks to match
Please contact me if you require further information.
Ben Blease MBA DIC
Marketing Manager
benb@blatchford.co.uk
