Publications by authors named "Rene F van Ee"
Article Synopsis
- Research suggests that minor increases in shoe heel height (3, 5, and 8 mm) negatively impact gait symmetry and walking comfort in individuals with transtibial amputation (TTA) compared to healthy individuals.
- The study involved 14 individuals with TTA and 15 healthy controls, examining various heel heights to assess differences in pressure and gait parameters.
- Findings indicate that healthcare professionals should caution prosthetic users about heel height variations and consider adjustments in prosthetic alignment when selecting new footwear.
The distance one can walk at a time could be considered an important functional outcome in people with a lower limb amputation. In clinical practice, walking distance in daily life is based on self-report (SIGAM mobility grade (Special Interest Group in Amputee Medicine)), which is known to overestimate physical activity. The aim of this study was to assess the number of consecutive steps and walking bouts in persons with a lower limb amputation, using an accelerometer sensor.
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