3 Function
With microprocessor control the Elan ankle adapts dynamically (via motorised valves)
the ankle plantar flexion and dorsiflexion resistance settings to match the user's
walking mode and terrain.
Activity
Walking
(level ground)
Walking fast
Walking uphill
(moderate/steep incline)
Walking downhill
Standing
Low battery power
Note:
Standing Support mode provides trip and fall risk reduction and prevention features.
*This feature is only available when enabled in the software setup.
To enable Standing Support mode see Section 14 Options> Standing Support Mode.
Elan Mode
Additional ground
clearance in swing
phase.
Fast Walk
[Assist]
Added momentum
in the 'step to step'
transition of the gait
cycle
transtibial only).
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Ramp Assist
Enables easier walking
up inclines.
Ramp Brake
Helps forward
momentum and
provides greater
stability and security
Basic Resistance settings
or
Standing Support*
assistance
Sleep
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Hydraulic Resistance
Slightly dorsiflexed
Basic resistance settings
Increased plantar flexion
resistance,
decreased dorsiflexion
resistance
Progressively changes;
increasing plantar flexion and
decreasing dorsiflexion
resistance
Progressively changes;
decreasing plantar flexion
resistance
and increasing dorsiflexion
resistance
User settings from set-up/
high plantar flexion and
dorsiflexion resistance
Reverts to Basic Resistance
settings from set-up
(No dynamic control)
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