# Athletic Designer Prosthetics The Adidas Symbiosis Provides More Organic Movement By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-symbiosis References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/artificial-life-adidas-symbiosis-prosthetic-uses-electromagnets-for-natural-movement/) & [rpuzzitiello](http://rpuzzitiello.com/) There may be tons of [prosthetic designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bionic-hand) out there, but the [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptive-sports-northwest) Symbiosis is the first to come from such a [popular sport's label](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-adizero-prime-x-evo). That's not the only first, however, that this prosthetic boasts. Instead of typical motor mechanisms, it features electromagnets so that users can experience smoother movement. Designed by Randall Puzzitiello, the Adidas Symbiosis moves more organically than any other prosthetic limb on the market. Perfect for athletes, it could change the lives of many who are handicapped. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Organic Movement Prosthetics:** Prosthetic designs that offer more natural and fluid movement opportunities for users. - **Electromagnet Prosthetics:** Prosthetic limbs that utilize electromagnets for smoother and more precise movements. - **Sport-inspired Prosthetics:** Prosthetic designs influenced by popular sports labels to cater specifically to athletes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Medical Devices:** The medical devices industry can explore innovative ways to develop prosthetics that provide more organic movement to enhance user experience and mobility. - **Sports Apparel:** The sports apparel industry can venture into designing prosthetics aimed at athletes, incorporating sport-inspired features and technologies. - **Electronics:** The electronics industry can seek disruptive innovation opportunities by integrating electromagnet technology into prosthetics for smoother and more precise movements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bionic Knee Prostheses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/httpswwwmediamitedu.md) - [Adaptive Swim Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimble.md) - [AI-Powered Prosthetic Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-prosthetic-arm.md) - [Mind-Controlled Artificial Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-prosthetic-arm.md) - [Modular Slip-Proof Prosthetic Legs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lytra-prosthetic-leg.md) - [Inclusive Adaptive Basketball Uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptive-sports-northwest.md) - [Robotic Brace Walking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-project-amplify.md) - [Cutting-Edge Medical Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-exoskeleton.md) - [Smart Bionic Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bionic-hand.md)