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Functional Outcomes Of The Graduated Length Prosthetic Protocol For Bilateral Transfemoral Amputee Prosthetic Rehabilitation, Mackenzie Pipes
Functional Outcomes Of The Graduated Length Prosthetic Protocol For Bilateral Transfemoral Amputee Prosthetic Rehabilitation, Mackenzie Pipes
Master of Science in Kinesiology
The aim of this paper was to evaluate the functional outcomes of the Graduated Length Prosthetic Protocol (GLPP) in individuals with bilateral transfemoral amputations. The GLPP is a rehabilitation program designed to facilitate a successful transition to full-length prostheses, enhance independence, and improve functional outcomes for bilateral transfemoral amputees. This study utilized a prospective design to assess the effectiveness of the GLPP compared to traditional rehabilitation strategies.
Literature was reviewed to determine the current limitations in research regarding bilateral transfemoral amputee prosthetic rehabilitation. The Concordia University St. Paul online library was utilized to obtain access to current published research. Studies …