Optimized Physiological Gait
Optimized Physiological Gait – OPG. Groundbreaking Prosthetics
The Genium offers for the first time the opportunity to walk with a gait that's incredibly close to the natural physiological one. By alleviating strain on the entire locomotor system – especially the sound limb and back – Genium helps prevent subsequent orthopaedic problems. This significant improvement in wearer comfort is complemented by the simplification of numerous activities of daily life.
PreFlex
Electronically controlled, physiological 4° preflexion of the knee joint upon heel strike. The result: the prosthetic foot reaches full contact faster.
Adaptive Yielding Control
Intelligent knee flexion control (max. 17°), depending on the forces acting on the prosthesis. The amputee has to expend significantly less effort to control the prosthesis and is able to use it intuitively.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Innovative and patented method to monitor all movement situations. Continuous sampling of six parameters to define the optimal, safest point for switching between stance and swing phase.
Adaptive Swing Phase Control
Precise limitation of the lower leg pendulum movement to 65° of flexion – regardless of the walking speed. Swing phase control also makes a significant contribution towards preventing falls in critical situations.
Phases of Optimized Physiological Gait
PreFlex and Adaptive Yielding Control
- Reduction of ground reaction forces for improved shock absorption and extended knee flexion that minimizes subsequent orthopaedic problems
- Reduced stride initiation effort
- Easier and safer negotiation of slopes, inclines and uneven terrain and reduction of compensating movements
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
- Supports multi-directional motion
- Considerably increased safety when walking backwards or making lunges
Adaptive Swing Phase Control
- Quality of the swing phase is comparable to that of non-amputee
- Increase of ground clearance to reduce the risk of stumbling and falling
- No limitation on stride variance (short, long, slow, fast, irregular)
- Automatic adaptation to different shoes and clothing and weight changes
Additional advantages of Optimized Physiological Gait
- Reduction of stride length asymmetry
- Reduced cognitive effort and reduced need to control the prosthesis
