Exploring meaningful outcome domains of recovery following lower limb amputation (LLA) and prosthetic rehabilitation in low- and middle-income (LMIC) settings: a qualitative systematic review

Key Points

• Comfortable and durable prostheses are crucial for recovery and daily functioning, facilitating access to work and social activities.
• Key evidence indicates that social acceptance and independence significantly impact the recovery experience post-amputation.
• Qualitative systematic review employed to assess meaningful outcome domains from various low- and middle-income settings, revealing unique needs.
• Urgent calls for further primary research in lower-resource contexts highlight the variation in recovery experiences and outcome priorities.