Functional outcomes for persons with above knee amputation fitted with different prosthesis types.

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: above knee amputation; osseointegration; Physical Medicine / Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy

• Registration Number: ACTRN12622000512729
• Lead Sponsor: Curtin University

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2022-03-31
• Last Update Posted: 4 April 2022

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

For inclusion in this study, participants must meet the criteria listed below:
-Unilateral above-knee amputation
-At least 12 months post amputation
-Fitted with full-length prosthesis (either osseointegrated or socket)
-Ability to stand independently
-Ability to walk and step up one step with minimal assistance (with or without aid)
-Meet essential selection criteria for osseointegration regardless of prosthesis type fitted:
oOver 18yrs and Australian Permanent residency status
oNo diabetic or vascular pathology
oBody Weight < 100kg
oAdequate bone maturity and density
oCognitively, physically, and medically suitable for surgery

Exclusion Criteria

Participants will be excluded from this study if they are unable to understand written or spoken English, or have a cognitive impairment that would impact on their ability to follow instructions. Participants with active infection, active vestibular disorder, historical stroke, or ongoing chemotherapy treatment will be excluded. Pregnant women will also be excluded to mitigate additional falls risk. Participants will be excluded if their weight exceeds 136kg or height exceeds 203cm due to limitations of the SMART EquiTest equipment.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Observational
• Study Design: Not specified