Comparative Effectiveness of Upper Limb Prosthesis and Component Effects
Abstract
Purpose: This application will provide data to guide prosthesis prescription by comparing effectiveness of upper limb prostheses and components and evaluating heterogeneity of treatment effects for key sub-groups. This proposal focuses on the function, form, and interface of upper limb prostheses. The data we collect will be rich and multi-faceted, enabling us to test a multitude of clinically relevant hypotheses. Scope: 1) Compare the effectiveness of prosthesis type (body powered, myoelectric/hybrid) by amputation level; 2) Quantify the impact of prosthesis form (e.g., weight and shape) on outcomes; 3) Compare the effectiveness of prosthesis suspension method, controlling for potential confounding by prosthesis level, prosthesis type, and prosthesis weight. Findings/Progress: This reporting period (30 September 2020 - 29 September 2021) focused on maintaining regulatory approvals; preparing staff and maintaining study coordination; preparing for Study Restart Meetings and restarting participant recruitment activities in September 2021. Enrollment was temporarily halted due to COVID 19.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1161265
Entities
People
- Linda Resnik
- Mary Ford
Organizations
- Ocean State Policy Research Institute