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The Jaipur foot.

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¹Upper Limb Unit, Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS, UK. anandparya@gmail.com

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The Jaipur foot, a low-cost prosthesis, was developed for barefoot amputees. This innovation allows individuals to work in challenging rural environments and has seen widespread adoption globally.

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Rehabilitation Science

Background:

The need for affordable and functional prosthetic solutions for amputees in developing regions is significant.
Traditional prosthetics are often expensive and inaccessible in resource-limited settings.
Barefoot amputees face unique challenges in performing daily activities and vocational tasks.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce the development and impact of the Jaipur foot prosthesis.
To highlight the innovative approach using local resources and expertise.
To document the functional benefits and widespread adoption of this low-cost prosthetic.

Main Methods:

Development of a prosthetic foot utilizing locally sourced materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Rapid fabrication process allowing for same-day prosthesis creation.
Field testing and observation of amputee functionality in diverse rural conditions.

Main Results:

The Jaipur foot provides a cost-effective and durable solution for amputees.
The prosthesis facilitates a return to work in demanding rural environments, including agriculture and tree climbing.
The design has been widely adopted across India, Southeast Asia, and Africa, with regional modifications.

Conclusions:

The Jaipur foot represents a successful model for accessible prosthetic innovation in low-resource settings.
This low-cost, high-impact prosthesis significantly improves the quality of life and vocational capacity for amputees.
The adaptability of the Jaipur foot design underscores its global relevance and potential for further development.