Improving physical activity for individuals after lower limb amputation

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study focuses on individuals who have undergone lower limb amputation due to diabetes or vascular disease. It aims to assess the feasibility of a virtual, peer-led intervention called IMPACT-L3, designed to promote physical activity and behavior change among these individuals. The intervention addresses the challenges of low physical activity levels and limited access to rehabilitation services by utilizing technology and peer coaching. The pilot study will help optimize the design for a future effectiveness trial.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Dysvascular LLA (LLA due to diabetes or vascular disease)
* major LLA (at the ankle or above)
* living in the community
* adult at least 18 years of age
* comfortable communicating in English and able to understand basic English
* receptive to using a phone or tablet (e.g., to enable peer coaching, access to modules.

Exclusion Criteria:

* actively receiving rehabilitation services related to physical activity/mobility
* recommended medical supervision for physical activity by health care provider, or skin problems preventing usual activity
* not able to provide informed consent.

Where it's running

• West Park Healthcare Centre
  Toronto, Ontario, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Crystal MacKay, PhD — West Park Healthcare Centre
• Study coordinator: Crystal MacKay, PhD, PT
• Email: crystal.mackay@westpark.org
• Phone: (613) 533-6103

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.