In an effort to “create a framework for evidence-based practice,” Quality Outcomes, Fredericksburg, Virginia, is sponsoring a survey for people who wear lower-limb prostheses.
“The intent of the survey is to provide valuable input to practitioners and third-party payers on the mobility and comfort issues faced by this population group,” Scott Williamson, president of Quality Outcomes, said. “Results will be compiled and analyzed by Quality Outcomes and shared in an aggregated, non-identifiable manner.”
Quality Outcomes is reaching out to the approximately two million persons with amputations nationwide through websites and publications specific to that group. Participants are directed to take the anonymous online survey at www.qualityoutcomes.org
The survey asks participants to rate their ease in performing various activities of daily living (ADL).
“Our primary purpose is to benefit the profession, benefit participants, and benefit patients,” Williamson said. “I would encourage all amputees to participate in this important survey that will measure the effectiveness of care they are receiving, and how their healthcare dollars are better allocated.”
