The impact of using a prosthesis on participation in sport and physical activity (2017)

This research consulted with people who have undergone an amputation or were born with a limb impairment, to explore their motivations and barriers to participating in sport and physical activity. With a specific focus on the role of prosthetic sockets and prosthetic components when taking part in sport or being physically active. LimbPower spoke to 249 amputees and people with limb impairments as part of this research. The majority of the sample have lower body limb impairments, caused primarily through accident or trauma. The findings highlighted some useful insights about people with limb impairments current and future participation in sport and physical activity.