AMPUTEE SELECTION-AEROBIC FITNESS
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SUMMARY
1. PVD amputees have 45-65% of predicted VO2 max.
2. Aerobic fitness is not enhanced during rehabilitation.
3. 18% increase in peak mechanical output.
4. More emphasis should be placed on aerobic fitness & core strengthening.
5. The brain is more receptive to reorganization during the early phase, commence exercises before prosthetic fitting.
Reference(s)
Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
