Observational studyProsthetics and orthotics international2025
Evaluation of activity and function before and immediately after the provision of a microprocessor knee in individuals with transfemoral amputation.
Observational study in Prosthetics and orthotics international, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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- Beyond microprocessor knees: exploring the potential of fully powered prosthetic legs.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2026Trial
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Abstract
backgroundIn many cases, individuals with lower limb amputation become less active because of impaired balance and stability and increased risk of falling. Microprocessor knees (MPKs) have been shown to reduce the risk of falls, improve balance, and increase function, evaluated with self-reported scales and questionnaires. This study aims at investigating whether the patient-reported improvements are reflected in objective physical activity (PA) parameters estimated from actimetry sensors and assess the short-term provision of an MPK. STUDY
designTransfemoral amputee patients (n=29) undertaking an MPK trial at 2 prosthetic centers in the South of England were recruited for this study. Self-reported and functional test outcomes (Activities Balance Confidence, Reintegration of Normal Living Index, Prosthesis Evaluation Questionnaire scores, and 2-min walk test) were obtained before and after (4 weeks) the provision of the MPK. Activity levels were recorded over 7 consecutive days pre- and post-MPK.
resultsSelf-reported scores and function test outcomes showed a general improvement in most of the patients after the provision of the MPK, with a statistically significant change ( p < 0.05) in Activities Balance Confidence, Reintegration of Normal Living Index, Prosthesis Evaluation Questionnaire scores, and 2-min walk test. By contrast, the activity-based parameters estimated from actimetry showed no statistically significant changes ( p > 0.05). Associations between self-reported and functional outcomes and actimetry parameters were limited.
conclusionsPerceived and in-clinic outcome measures improved after short-term provision of an MPK for transfemoral amputees. However, PA did not change in this cohort of patients over the study period. More longitudinal studies are needed to characterize the impact of MPK provision on PA and societal participation.
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