Energy Cost of Walking in Diabetic Partial-Foot Amputees as Related to Amputation Level

Authors

Nicholas Obias, The University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyFollow
Javier La Fontaine, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Javier Cavazos, The University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyFollow
Luis Venegas, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Hafizur Rahman, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

2023

Abstract

This review will explore how the energy cost of walking changes with different levels of partial-foot amputation in diabetic patients. Patient populations with advanced stages of diabetes and associated complications have a high incidence of distal lower extremity amputation. Diabetes associated conditions and altered foot function in post-amputation patients affect gait biomechanics and energy expenditure in gait. We will review studies utilizing advanced biomechanical tools to quantify and compare energy expenditure (defined as cardiac function and oxygen consumption) in established post-operative partial-foot amputees at various levels (post-operative day >90*) to controls. Dr. Rahman and his team aim to provide further clarification on anticipated gait changes and metabolic performance in diabetic patients post partial-foot amputation.

Recommended Citation

Obias, Nicholas; La Fontaine, Javier; Cavazos, Javier; Venegas, Luis; and Rahman, Hafizur, "Energy Cost of Walking in Diabetic Partial-Foot Amputees as Related to Amputation Level" (2023). School of Podiatric Medicine - Medical Student Research. 11.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/sopm_mspub/11