Factors associated with mobility apprehension in persons with lower limb amputation.

Published in: Prosthetics and orthotics international (2020)

Pain catastrophizing, an avoidance behavior, may be associated with higher levels of mobility apprehension in persons with major lower-limb amputation. Understanding the impact of fear-avoidance behavior will allow clinicians to identify individuals at risk for poor outcomes following amputation surgery and to develop psychological strategies to complement treatment.

Keyphrases

lower limb
chronic pain
minimally invasive
coronary artery bypass
pain management
neuropathic pain
surgical site infection
coronary artery disease
sleep quality
atrial fibrillation
spinal cord
replacement therapy
patient reported