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Dr. Pramod Karan Sethi and Jaipur Foot

Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Pramod Karan Sethi helped shape the Jaipur Foot at SMS Medical College Hospital in Jaipur in 1968. He worked with craftsman Ram Chandra Sharma on a low-cost prosthetic foot designed for everyday movement, including walking without shoes and squatting.

What to know

This story shows how medical knowledge and workshop skill came together in Jaipur to create a prosthesis suited to local needs. It is a useful starting point for understanding inclusive design and the history of rehabilitation in the city.

Good to Know

The Jaipur Foot was developed by a team, not by one person alone. BMVSS and the World Design Organization document the work of Sethi, Sharma and other collaborators. Current fitting and clinical advice should come from a qualified service provider.

Common questions

What was Dr. P. K. Sethi's role in Jaipur Foot?

He was an orthopaedic surgeon who helped develop and refine the prosthetic foot in Jaipur.

Who helped craft the Jaipur Foot?

Master craftsman Ram Chandra Sharma worked with the medical team on its design and making.

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