Performance-based outcome measures are associated with cadence variability during community ambulation among individuals with a transtibial amputation.

Background: In the United States, Medicare Functional Classification Level (K-level) guidelines require demonstration of cadence variability to justify higher-level prosthetic componentry prescription; however, clinical assessment of cadence variability is subjective. Currently, no clinical outcome measures are associated with cadence variability during community ambulation.

Objectives: Evaluate whether physical performance, i.

Self-Reported Functional Mobility, Balance Confidence, and Prosthetic Use Are Associated With Daily Step Counts Among Individuals With a Unilateral Transtibial Amputation.

Background: Adults postamputation are not meeting physical activity recommendations. Physical activity is an important consideration in prosthetic prescription. The objective of this study was to determine if functional mobility, balance confidence, and prosthetic use are associated with physical activity among adults with a lower-limb amputation.