# Performance-Enhancing Prosthetics The Marie-T Prosthetic Changes the Way Ballerinas Perform By Justin Lam | Published 2018-11-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariet-prosthetic References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/02/prosthetic-leg-ballet-design-jae-hyun-an-marie-t/) & [core77](https://www.core77.com/projects/80311/Marie-T-Prosthesis-for-Ballerinas) Designed by [Pratt Institute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nest-lamp) graduate Jae-Hyun An, the Marie-T [prosthetic leg](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofia-mobility) is a unique artificial limb that encourages a new genre of ballet. Unlike conventional artificial limbs, the Marie-T prosthetic isn't meant to mimic the human body. Instead, the limb enhances the dancer's performance and natural movements. Comprised of three components, the Marie-T prosthetic features a foam-injected rotational molded foot, a stainless-steel toe, and a rubber grip that provides the dancer with better balance and momentum during rotations. The stainless-steel toe is one of the key components in the revolutionary prosthetic as it allows the dancer to remain in a pointe position throughout an entire performance. The name of the prosthetic is also a reference to traditional ballet as it derives its name from 19th-century Swedish ballet dancer Marie Taglioni. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Performance-enhancing Prosthetics:** The use of prosthetics that enhance performance instead of simply mimicking the human body provides opportunities for innovation in various industries such as sports, art, and medicine. - **Non-mimicking Prosthetics:** The development of prosthetics that do not mimic the human body gives rise to disruptive innovation opportunities in the fields of engineering, biomechanics, and materials science. - **Innovative Ballet Techniques:** The emergence of unique prosthetic limbs for dancers opens up avenues for disruptive innovation in the dance industry, inspiring new techniques and movements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports:** The advent of prosthetics that enhance performance in sports presents new opportunities for innovation in fields such as biomechanics, kinesiology, and sports equipment manufacturing. - **Art:** The use of performance-enhancing prosthetics in artistic endeavors such as dance and theater creates opportunities for innovation in costume design, set design, and stage technology. - **Medicine:** The development of non-mimicking prosthetics opens up possibilities for innovation in the medical industry, particularly in the areas of orthopedics, rehabilitation, and surgical techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bionic Knee Prostheses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/httpswwwmediamitedu.md) - [Modular Slip-Proof Prosthetic Legs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lytra-prosthetic-leg.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) - [Affordable 3D-Printed Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunet.md) - [Ankle Replacement System Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ankle-system.md) - [Mind-Controlled Artificial Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-prosthetic-arm.md) - [AI-Powered Walking Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legit-walking.md) - [Cutting-Edge Medical Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-exoskeleton.md)