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Do prosthetic feet bend and arch like normal feet?
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No: They tend to provide a stiff platform.
Answered 12/3/2012
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Some do: There are many styles of prosthetic feet. The most advanced feet are designed to imitate foot motion and are made of carbon fiber that can flex with weight.
Answered 3/4/2013
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