Associations Between Psychiatric Symptoms and Prosthetic Use in United States Combat Veterans with Above Knee Amputations

Lea M. Richer, MSOP, CO, Board Eligible Prosthetist

This study tested the hypothesis that there is a measurable association between post-combat psychiatric symptoms and prosthetic use. The study used mailed questionnaires to interview post 9/11 era combat veterans with amputations above the knee. Results indicated that there isa measurable association between psychiatric symptom burden and prosthetic use, most significantly in relation to anxiety and post traumatic distress disorder.

Factors Associated with Participation Following Lower-limb Amputation

Jaclyn M. Sions, PhD, DPT, PT

Disparities in Functional Recovery After Lower Limb Amputation Are Associated with Full-time Employment and Self-efficacy

Sheila M. Clemens, PT, MPT, PhD

Employment is considered a social determinant of health. This pilot study examines the associations between full-time employment and functioning after lower limb amputation. Results indicate that working full-time after lower limb amputation contributes to significantly better prosthetic mobility outcomes.

Defining Success in Lower Limb Prosthetics: Which Outcomes Matter Most?

Cody L. McDonald, PhD, MPH, L/CPO

Emergent themes from a qualitative study examining how lower limb prosthesis users define success will be shared. Additionally, a conceptual model for success with a lower limb prosthesis will be presented.