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A qualitative study exploring individuals' experiences living with dysvascular lower limb amputation
Crystal MacKay1,2,3, Stephanie R Cimino3, Sara J T Guilcher3,4,5,6
1West Park Healthcare Centre, Toronto, Canada.
Disability and Rehabilitation
|August 16, 2020
Summary
Living with lower extremity amputation (LEA) due to vascular disease significantly impacts mobility, social life, and mental health. Social support, accessibility, and socioeconomic factors are key to managing these challenges in the community.
Area of Science:
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Qualitative Health Research
- Community Health
Background:
- Lower extremity amputations (LEAs) primarily stem from diabetes and peripheral vascular disease.
- Limited research exists on the community experiences of individuals with dysvascular LEAs, especially in Canada.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the perceptions and lived experiences of community-dwelling adults with dysvascular LEAs.
- To understand the multifaceted impacts of dysvascular LEAs on daily life.
Main Methods:
- Conducted semi-structured qualitative interviews with 35 adults with dysvascular LEAs.
- Participants were English-speaking, at least three months post-amputation, and no longer in inpatient rehabilitation.
- Employed purposive sampling and inductive content analysis.
Main Results:
- Dysvascular LEAs profoundly affected participants' mobility, social engagement, and psychological well-being.
- Key influencing factors included social support, accessibility of services, and socioeconomic status.
- Participants reported challenges accessing community resources and rehabilitation services.
Conclusions:
- Dysvascular LEAs have long-term consequences on physical, social, and psychological health.
- Community-based interventions are needed to address the ongoing needs of individuals with dysvascular LEAs.
- Improved access to rehabilitation and strategies to mitigate social isolation are crucial.
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