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Choosing a prosthetic limb shouldn't feel like guesswork. 

Yet for many people, it does — a high-stakes decision involving devices that can cost as much as a car, with limited opportunity to "try before you buy." That's the problem Humotech is solving. 

Based in Pittsburgh, Humotech develops wearable robotic systems — including prosthetics and exoskeleton technologies — designed to help individuals regain mobility and independence. But its real breakthrough lies in how those devices are selected. 

Enter the prosthetic foot emulator. 

Much like an eye exam where patients test different lenses, Humotech's system allows individuals with limb loss to experience multiple prosthetic configurations before committing to one. The platform collects real-time data on performance and comfort, helping clinicians and patients identify the best fit with confidence. 

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