Influence of traumatic lower-limb amputation on physical activity, body composition, and cardiometabolic risks: A descriptive preliminary study.

Peter LadlowThomas E NightingaleM Polly McGuiganAlexander N BennettFrancoise KoumanovRhodri PhillipJames Lee John Bilzon

Published in: PM & R : the journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation (2023)

Despite extensive inpatient rehabilitation, cardiometabolic component risks are elevated in individuals with bilateral LLA but are comparable between unilateral LLA and active noninjured control groups. Innovative strategies that improve/support the long-term PA and cardiometabolic health of severely injured individuals with bilateral LLA are warranted.

Keyphrases

lower limb
body composition
human health
physical activity
resistance training
mental health
bone mineral density
healthcare
public health
case report
risk assessment
body mass index
cross sectional
palliative care
climate change
sleep quality
health promotion