Family O&P is an official 3C100 C-Leg® System Practitioner.
The 3C100 C-LEG® represents the first and only microprocessor-controlled hydraulic
knee with swing and stance phase control. With the C-LEG®, amputees can finally walk
without thinking about how to walk!
This innovative knee joint features on-board sensor technology that reads
and adapts to the individual's every move. By using special software and a PC,
fine adjustments can be made to tailor the C-LEG® to the amputee. Angles and
moments are measured 50 times per second ensuring the dynamic gait is as similar
to natural walking as possible. Amputees can move on flat terrain at different
gait speeds with confidence. And thanks to the hydraulic stance control feature,
it's easier to tackle slopes, stairs and other uneven surfaces..
The C-LEG® is designed for use with a variety of foot, pylon and adapter options.
The 3C100 C-LEG® is suitable for a broad spectrum of lower limb amputees. It can be
used by extremely mobile individuals, as well as those who need additional stance stability.
According to the
Otto Bock Classification System® the C-LEG® is recommended for
lower limb amputees weighing up to 220 lbs. (100 kg) who have a moderate or higher
(Level 2 or 3) functional level. The lithium-Ion battery loaded in the knee provides
enough energy to operate the C-LEG® for a full day (25-30 hours).
Features Include:
- Force sensors in the pylon detect loading of the foot and ankle.
- Additional sensors read the precise angle of the knee joint.
- This data, along with swing speed input, is read 50-times per second by the on-board microprocessor
The result is increased stability, ease of swing, and greater efficiency with every step! There's even a
knee-disarticulation version available.
Creating a New Standard for Prosthetic Control