A trans-tibial pseudo-prosthesis is intended to emulate limb prosthetic devices and to allow able-bodied users to better understand how an amputee ambulates using an actual prosthesis, and typically consists of a walking boot attached to a prosthetic ankle-foot component. The purpose of this study was therefore to investigate how close walking on a trans-tibial pseudo-prosthesis resembles walking on an actual trans-tibial prosthetic limb. Our findings support the use of pseudo-prosthesis as a valid tool to advance research and education while limiting risks to the vulnerable patient population.
