The purpose of this research is to determine the feasibility of an uneven terrain walking program for lower limb prosthesis users. The training is designed to induce step-to-step variability during walking within a safe environment, with the aim of improving walking skill and confidence.
lower limb amputation at ankle (Symes) level and above
age 18+ years
fitted with a walking prosthesis and use it regularly for home and/or community ambulation
good socket fit, assessed by a score of 8-10 on the socket fit comfort scale
leg/foot ulcer or other conditions that cause pain during weight-bearing
poor skin integrity that could cause tissue breakdown by walking
cardiovascular, respiratory or other critical health conditions that preclude moderate physical activity
unilateral or bilateral upper limb absence or loss at the wrist and above that precludes use of handrails bilaterally, or would require asymmetrical adaptation to body posture for use.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Lead sponsor
University of Washington
Collaborator
Chapman University
Collaborator
United States Department of Defense
Collaborator
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Collaborator