Lower Limb Prosthetic Rehabilitation in Canada: A Survey Study

Physiotherapy Canada. Physiothérapie Canada
Bita ImamTal Jarus

Abstract

Purpose: This study describes prosthetic rehabilitation services provided to individuals who have had a lower limb amputation in Canada. Method: This cross-sectional survey study used an online survey to collect data from facilities that provide lower limb prosthetic rehabilitation; it included questions about approaches and types of service, therapies, focus of service, and health care providers. One representative from each facility was asked to complete the survey. Results: Of the 65 identified eligible facilities, 59 completed the survey (response rate = 90.8%). The majority of facilities (n = 39; 66.1%) indicated that they provided both in-patient and outpatient prosthetic rehabilitation services. All facilities provided balance, coordination, and gait training as well as prosthetic fit education. Most facilities indicated that they had a physical therapist (n = 58; 93.8%), an occupational therapist (n = 52; 88.1%), and a prosthetist (n = 52; 88.1%) on their team. Conclusions: The majority of the facilities surveyed provided both in-patient and outpatient services and had specialized health care provider teams. Future surveys are required to collect more specific information about prosthetic rehabilitation in Canada.

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