Cascade Supplier Partner: Product Highlight -The META® Family

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Choosing the Right Foot for your Patient

Designed with both performance and comfort in mind, the META® Family offers a versatile range of prosthetic feet that promote natural movement, flexibility, and energy return. With a variety of specialized models to choose from, each option is tailored to support a variety of lifestyles, helping users move with greater confidence and ease.

The META® Family’s Specifications

Weight Limit365lbs
Trial Period60 Days (From Fitting)
Warranty36 Months
Sizes22-30cm
Waterproof/Corrosion-ResistantYes
Split KeelYes
Sandal Toe Foot ShellAvailable in 3 Colors
PDAC Approved Yes

Patient Profiles

META® Arc – Suggested Patient Profiles:

  • Community Ambulator | Gardener | Landscaper | Roofer | Fisher
  • Frequent uneven terrain use (sidewalks/dirt/gravel)
  • Experiences socket discomfort due to uneven socket forces
  • L5981 + L5986

META® Flow – Suggested Patient Profiles:

  • K3 individuals at risk for trips/falls
    Frequent uneven terrain use (up/down slopes)
  • Users experiencing fatigue during daily walking or higher-level activities
  • Experiences socket discomfort due to uneven socket forces
  • L5981 + L5968

META® Core LP – Suggested Patient Profiles:

  • Community Ambulator | Office Worker | Outdoor Enthusiast
  • TT or TF users with build height constraints
  • L5981

META® Core – Suggested Patient Profile:

  • Community Ambulator | Office Worker | Outdoor Enthusiast
  • META Core also available in fiberglass
  • L5981

META® Shock and Shock X – Suggested Patient Profile:

  • Outdoor Enthusiast | Athletes (Basketball | Golf | Soccer)
  • Users who suffer from back pain or require added joint/tissue protection
  • TT or TF users with build height constraints
  • META Shock X also available in fiberglass
  • L59887 / L5987+L5984

Product Highlights

META® Core– Smooth rollover via Unibody platform
– Low build height (105mm, 4.13”)
– Lightweight – (Carbon Fiber: 560g w/ foot shell)
(Fiberglass: 655g w/ foot shell)
META® Core LP – Ultra-Low build height (72mm, 2.8”)
– Lightweight (553g w/ foot shell)
97% energy return
– Smooth rollover via Unibody platform
– Posterior channel allows easy alignment with foot shell on
META® Arc– Biomimetic, polycentric ankle unit
– Provides 20° of inversion/eversion + 12mm of M/L shift for stability
– Combination of ankle RoM and split keel provide instant ground compliance
META® Shock and Shock X– 13mm Vertical Displacement
– 40° of rotational torsion (META Shock X only)
– Dual shock absorption bumper for multi-phase impact protection
– Protects tissues and joints from jarring forces
– Lowest-in-class build height (138mm, 5.43”)
META® Flow– 14° RoM | 9° Plantarflexion | 5° Active Dorsiflexion
– Polycentric ankle with carbon composite ankle spring
– Adjustable ankle spring stiffness
– Hydraulic free – Guaranteed freedom from fluid leaks
– 95% energy efficient (eliminates damping effect)
– Low build height (112mm, 4.41”)

The META® Family’s Impact on Prosthetic Design

The META® Family represents a significant leap forward in prosthetic technology. With their ability to offer dynamic motion, energy return, and customizable adjustments, the META® Family is built and improved using customer feedback to provide an unparalleled level of functionality, reliability, and independence to users.

For more information about the WillowWood META® Family, visit our website or ask your Cascade Account Manager today!

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