Gait Training for Veterans with Limb Amputation
Optimizing Gait Rehabilitation for Veterans With Non-traumatic Lower Limb Amputation
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Transtibial Amputation
Peripheral Artery Disease
Diabetes Mellitus
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 40 – 89
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 54 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for Veterans who have had a lower leg amputation without trauma and face challenges when walking. Participants will take part in training aimed at improving their walking ability and reducing any pain or other issues that arise from their condition.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have a non-traumatic transtibial amputation.
- I have diabetes mellitus or peripheral artery disease.
- I can walk in the community without any support devices.
- I have a step length asymmetry while walking.
- It has been at least 6 months since my amputation.
You may not be able to join if
- I have an unstable heart condition.
- I have an active cancer treatment.
- I have an acute systemic infection.
- My amputation was due to trauma or cancer.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The population of older Veterans with non-traumatic lower limb amputation is growing. Following lower limb amputation, asymmetrical movements persist during walking and likely contribute to disabling sequelae including secondary pain conditions, poor gait efficiency, impaired physical function, and compromised skin integrity of the residual limb. This study seeks to address chronic gait asymmetry …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Unilateral, non-traumatic, transtibial amputation
* Diabetes mellitus and/or peripheral artery disease
* Able to ambulate in the community without assistive device
* Step length asymmetry during walking (\>1.0 asymmetry index.)
* 6 months since amputation
Exclusion Criteria:
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