Mental health and satisfaction with life among upper limb amputees: a Norwegian population-based survey comparing adult acquired major upper limb amputees with a control group

Østlie, Kristin; Magnus, Per; Skjeldal, Ola H.; Garfelt, Beate; Tambs, Kristian

doi:10.3109/09638288.2010.540293

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“…Amputees tend to have higher rates of depression than non-clinical samples (e.g., [1]–[4]; see [5]) and report less life satisfaction than healthy controls [6]. Although symptoms of distress are relatively comparable between upper-limb and lower-limb cases [3], major depression and post-traumatic stress symptoms may be greater among upper-limb amputees [7].…”

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Autobiographical Memory and Psychological Distress in a Sample of Upper-Limb Amputees

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Amputation is a traumatic and life-changing event that can take years to adjust to. The present study (a) examines psychological adjustment in a specific trauma-exposed sample, (b) compares the phenomenology (e.g., vividness) of amputation-related memories to more recent memories, and (c) tests whether memory phenomenology is associated with psychological distress. A total of 24 upper-limb amputees recalled two autobiographical memories–an amputation-related memory and a recent memory–and rated the phenomenological qualities of each memory, including Vividness, Coherence, Emotional Intensity, Visual Perspective, and Distancing. Participants also completed self-rated measures of psychological distress and personality. The sample was generally well adjusted; participants showed no relevant symptoms of anxiety and depression, and personality scores were similar to the general population. There were no significant differences in phenomenology between the two types of memories recalled. Even though amputation-related memories were, on average, almost 20 years older than the recent memories, they retained their intense phenomenology. Despite the intensity of the memory, none of the phenomenological dimensions were associated with psychological distress. It is worth to further define which dimensions of phenomenology characterize memories of traumatic events, and their association with individuals' psychological reactions.

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Autobiographical Memory and Psychological Distress in a Sample of Upper-Limb Amputees

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“…As such, they can potentially address both functional [3] and cosmetic [4] user needs and have positive psychosocial implications [5][6][7][8][9]. However, the actual impact of these technologies on patients' lives has been documented in only two case reports [10][11].…”

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Impact of Michelangelo prosthetic hand: Findings from a crossover longitudinal study

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Abstract-This work explores the functional and psychosocial impact of the multigrip Michelangelo (M) prosthetic hand. Transradial myoelectric prosthesis users (6 men, median age: 47 y) participated in a crossover longitudinal study. A multifactorial assessment protocol was applied before the application of M and after 3 mo (functional assessment) and 6 mo (psychosocial assessment) of home use. Functional assessment included both practical tests (i.e., Southampton Hand Assessment Procedure [SHAP], Box and Blocks Test [BBT], and Minnesota Manual Dexterity Test [MMDT]) and self-report functional scales. Psychosocial assessment consisted of a clinical interview and a battery of self-report questionnaires concerning current anxious-depressive symptoms and healthrelated quality of life, body image concerns, adjustment and satisfaction with prosthesis, social support, coping style, and personality. Increased manual dexterity was observed after 3 mo based on improvements in the SHAP, BBT, and MMDT. Two important themes emerged from the clinical interviews at the 6 mo follow-up: (1) the enhanced functionality and (2) the "like a real hand" aspect of the M, which further increased prosthesis integration to the Self. A few patients expressed concerns about M dimension, noise, and weight. The M appeared to restore hand function and natural appearance. The present findings provide preliminary evidence, and additional studies are needed.

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“…The aims of this study were: (1) to compare the prevalence of MSCs in individuals with FPHAs in the Netherlands with that in a control group; (2) to evaluate the effect of MSCs on health and work in individuals with FPHAs; and (3) to analyse predictors of MSCs in individuals with FPHAs, including demographic features, amputation-related features, stump and phantom limb complaints, health and work outcomes and hand function. We hypothesised an increased prevalence of MSCs compared to control subjects, depending on the level of amputation and number of digits involved.…”

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“…The loss of a finger or part of the hand can have both functional and psychological consequences [1][2][3][4]. Among upper extremity amputation and devascularisation injuries, finger amputations are the most common type of injury [5].…”

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Musculoskeletal complaints in individuals with finger or partial hand amputations in the Netherlands: a cross-sectional study

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Bongers

et al. 2017

Disability and Rehabilitation

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Purpose: To compare the prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints (MSCs) in individuals with finger or partial hand amputations (FPHAs) with a control group and to explore the effect and predictors of MSCs in individuals with FPHAs. Method: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was conducted. The primary outcome measures were: prevalence of MSCs, health status, pain-related disability, physical work demands, work productivity, and hand function. Results: The response rate was 61%. A comparable proportion of individuals with FPHAs (n ¼ 99) and controls (n ¼ 102) reported MSCs in the preceding 4 weeks (33% vs. 28%, respectively) or in the preceding year (37% vs. 33%, respectively). Individuals with FPHAs with MSCs experienced more pain than controls with MSCs. Regular occurrence of stump sensations and self-reported limited range of motion (ROM) of the wrist of the affected limb were predictors for MSCs in individuals with FPHAs. Conclusions: The prevalence of MSCs was comparable in individuals with FPHAs and controls. However, clinicians should pay special attention to the risk of developing MSCs in patients with stump sensations and limited ROM of the wrist of the affected limb. Future research should focus on the role of wrist movements and compensatory movements in the development of MSCs in individuals with FPHAs. ä IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONThe prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints (MSCs) in individuals with finger or partial hand amputations (FPHAs) and control subjects was similar. Regular occurrence of stump sensations and limited range of motion of the wrist of the affected limb were predictors of developing MSCs in individuals with FPHAs. Clinicians should pay special attention to individuals with FPHAs with the presence of these predictors of developing MSCs. For a better understanding of the development of and treatment options for MSCs, future research focusing on the role of wrist function in the development of MSCs in individuals with FPHAs is necessary. ARTICLE HISTORY

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Mental health and satisfaction with life among upper limb amputees: a Norwegian population-based survey comparing adult acquired major upper limb amputees with a control group

Cited by 49 publications

References 39 publications

Autobiographical Memory and Psychological Distress in a Sample of Upper-Limb Amputees

Autobiographical Memory and Psychological Distress in a Sample of Upper-Limb Amputees

Impact of Michelangelo prosthetic hand: Findings from a crossover longitudinal study

Musculoskeletal complaints in individuals with finger or partial hand amputations in the Netherlands: a cross-sectional study

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