Abstract
Advances in lower extremity prosthetic components have provided devices that may help amputees improve function and activity. The criteria for choosing a selected component over another are not well established. Few scientific studies have provided objective information regarding the function of a limited number of prosthetic components. However, for any given amputee, the choice of a given component may only be determined by assessing multiple factors, including age of the patient, activity level and specific function, as well as the specific features of the component.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 55-56 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | SUPPL. |
State | Published - Jan 1 1994 |
Keywords
- amputees
- functionality
- lower extremity
- prosthesis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Rehabilitation