Mechanisms to absorb load in amputee running.

Background: We aimed to determine if a shock absorbing pylon (SAP) influenced the ground reaction force characteristics and the shock absorbing mechanisms compared to a rigid pylon (Rigid) during the loading phase in running.

Objectives: To determine if the SAP influences the mechanisms of loading compared to the Rigid condition.

Study Design: A convenience sample of transtibial amputees participated in a laboratory-based study.