Survey of physical activity in persons with limb loss during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.

Daniel Joseph Lee Carol A MillerAlbert GambaleMaya NisaniMatthew MarraElizabeth R LeungDaniel ChillianisMadeline Rodgers

Published in: Prosthetics and orthotics international (2022)

Physical activity was reduced significantly in persons with limb loss during the COVID-19 pandemic. A combination of health concerns, fitness center closures, and social distancing mandates were the primary drivers behind the decrease in activity.

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