Confidence in Motion

Designed to promote safety and natural movement. It enables consistent and effortless gait, and gives the right amount of support across all terrains and surfaces. It meets the user at the level they are at, and can be customized to meet their daily needs.

Features & Benefits

Features in Action

Overview

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Stability

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Testimonials

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Info for Individuals with a Prosthesis

Consult your health care professional

To ensure the utmost care and personalized support for individuals with limb differences, our products necessitate a prescription from a healthcare professional. Regrettably, they are not available for direct purchase by the general public. We encourage you to consult with a qualified healthcare provider who can guide you in obtaining the appropriate solutions tailored to your specific needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Rheo Knee cost?

Prosthetic costs are determined by your prosthetic provider and insurance type. For the most accurate price, please consult your prosthetic provider.

Is Rheo Knee right for me?

Clinically, Rheo Knee is for people with unilateral or bilateral amputations above the knee. The best way to understand the benefits of Rheo Knee is to discuss it with your prosthetist and try it for yourself!

Is Rheo Knee covered by insurance?

Under certain criteria, Rheo Knee is covered by most major insurance providers, including Medicare. If your prosthetic provider is unsure about getting Rheo Knee covered by your insurance, Össur provides reimbursement support and guidance.

How can I get a Rheo Knee?

We offer Rheo Knee demos. Please fill out the product interest form above and speak with your prosthetist who can coordinate a demo.

Info for Prosthetists

Key Features
  • Auto adaptive real-time stance and swing control
  • Dependable and easy swing initiation on all surfaces
  • Automatic stumble recovery
  • Manual extension lock
  • Weatherproof design allows exposure to fresh water splashes
  • Facilitates stepping over obstacles and stepping backwards
Product Specifications

K-Level: K2 to K4

Impact Level: Low to Moderate

Indicated For: Lower Limb loss, amputation, or deficiency

Patient Weight : 136 kg (300 lbs)

Weatherproof: IPX4 Rating

Reimbursement code: L5828, L5845, L5848, L5850, L5856 and L5925

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References & Notes
  1. Darter BJ, Wilken JM. Energetic consequences of using a prosthesis with adaptive ankle motion during slope walking in persons with a transtibial amputation. Prosthetics and orthotics international. 2014;38(1):5–11. 
  2. Agrawal V, Gailey RS, Gaunaurd IA, O’Toole C, Finnieston A, Tolchin R. Comparison of four different categories of prosthetic feet during ramp ambulation in unilateral transtibial amputees. Prosthetics and Orthotics International. 2015 Oct;39(5):380-9. 
  3. Fradet L, Alimusaj M, Braatz F, Wolf SI. Biomechanical analysis of ramp ambulation of transtibial amputees with an adaptive ankle foot system. Gait & posture. 2010 Jun 1;32(2):191-8.  
  4. Alimusaj M, Fradet L, Braatz F, Gerner HJ, Wolf SI. Kinematics and kinetics with an adaptive ankle foot system during stair ambulation of transtibial amputees. Gait & posture. 2009 Oct 1;30(3):356-63. 
  5. Rosenblatt NJ, Bauer AC, Rotter DC, Grabiner MD. Active dorsiflexing prostheses may reduce trip-related fall risk in people with transtibial amputation. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2014 Jan 1;51(8):1229-42. 
  6. Ludvigsdottir AG, Gruben K, Gunnsteinsson K, Ingvarsson T, Nicholls. Effects on user mobility and safety when changing from a carbon fibre prosthetic foot to a bionic prosthetic foot. Congress ORTHOPAEDIE + REHA-TECHNIK 2012; 2012. 
  7. Heitzmann DW, Salami F, De Asha AR, Block J, Putz C, Wolf SI, Alimusaj M. Benefits of an increased prosthetic ankle range of motion for individuals with a trans-tibial amputation walking with a new prosthetic foot. Gait & posture. 2018 Jul 1; 64:174-80. 
  8. Johansson JL, Sherrill DM, Riley PO, Bonato P, Herr H. A clinical comparison of variable-damping and mechanically passive prosthetic knee devices. American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation. 2005 Aug 1;84(8):563-75.  
  9. Bellmann M, Köhler TM, Schmalz T. Comparative biomechanical evaluation of two technologically different microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knee joints in safety-relevant daily-life situations. Biomedical Engineering/Biomedizinische Technik. 2019 Aug 27;64(4):407-20. 
  10. Lechler K, Ikelaar L, Sigurthorsson S, Sverrisson R. The effect of a design change of a microprocessor-controlled knee on quality of life and 
    performance-based measures of mobility. Presented at: OT-World; May 13- 
    16, 2014; Leipzig, Germany. Poster 4997, Abstract 1418.