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The Fillauer product webpage (n.d.) and Supplier Partner product webpage (n.d.) present the AllPro with Direct Mount Pyramid prosthetic foot’s various features and functions, including the highlights of the product’s unique functionality. The AllPro's functionality is designed with active users in mind, offering great versatility and dynamic performance. It allows amputees to partake in a variety of activities, including jogging, walking, and sports like basketball and tennis (Fillauer AllPro Foot, 2017). The prosthetic features a carbon composite architecture of the foot that provides smooth plantar and dorsiflexion, absorbing and returning energy efficiently to accommodate high-impact exercises as well as daily wear (Fillauer, n.d.). Among the features is the AllPro's rocker toe, which facilitates effortless rollover and results in more fluid, low-effort movements. The exact alignment adjustments provided by the RPI pyramid adapter allow for a more customized fit through ...

Module Learning: At the start of this module, we were asked to write an introduction letter to Professor Brad, where we outlined two personal goals. For me, those goals were to overcome my fear of speaking to larger audiences and to improve my proficiency in English. Reflecting on the past few months, I can confidently say that I’ve made significant progress in both areas. One of the most impactful steps I took was pushing myself out of my comfort zone by participating actively in the module. Team assignments and presentations provided the opportunity to collaborate with classmates, which not only helped me improve my communication skills and writing skills but also led to new friendships. A major highlight was competing in a presentation competition, where I was able to achieve the runner-up position. This experience boosted my confidence and was concrete proof of the progress I had made in public speaking. Beyond these larger milestones, smaller moments also contributed meaningfully ...