Upper Limb Function in People With Upper and Lower Limb Loss 8 Years Postinjury: The Armed Services Trauma Outcome Study (ADVANCE) Cohort Study.
Fraje C E WatsonAngela E KedgleySusie SchofieldFearghal P BehanChristopher J BoosNicola T FearAlexander N BennettAnthony M J BullPublished in: Physical therapy (2024)
For the first time, potential for greater upper limb disability has been shown in people with lower limb loss long-term, likely resulting from daily biomechanical compensations such as weight-bearing, balance, and power generation. This population may benefit from prophylactic upper limb rehabilitation, strength, and technique.