There is a small trend towards the Flex-foot in comparison with the SACH foot for greater stride length and lower energy cost in individuals with a transtibial amputation, and improved gait efficiency and lower energy cost in high activity individuals with a transfemoral amputation. 26 The evidence is uncertain whether a gait training protocol focused on impairment level reduces adverse events or improves mobility assessment when compared to a gait training protocol focused on task level.
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Overview of Cochrane Systematic Reviews for rehabilitation interventions in persons with amputation: a mapping synthesis.
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