Women with Amputation: The Unique Needs of an Underserved Population
Abstract
There is a growing population of women living with amputations, specifically in the VA and DoD healthcare system, yet little research has been performed to understand the unique needs of this population, which limits evidentiary support for clinical decision making. This investigation aims to conduct a 3-year national exploratory needs assessment that will focus on the unique physical, psychological and social needs of women living with amputations. The investigation is a collaborative effort between the VA, DoD, and civilian sector. To ensure a heterogeneous population of respondents, a convenience sample of 100 male and 100 female Veterans, Servicemembers, and civilians will be recruited from across the nation to participate. The participants will be asked to complete an online computer adaptive survey regarding their physical health, quality of life, prosthetic use and needs, and psychosocial experiences. Surveys will be completed anonymously and electronically without individually identifiable information.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1158141
Entities
People
- Jason Maikos
- John J. Pershing
- Roxanne Disla
Organizations
- United States Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center