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In this study, it was aimed to compare the results of prosthesis adaptation, body image, and quality of life according to mobility levels in patients with transtibial amputation. 43 unilateral transtibial amputees aged 40-60 years were included in the study. The participants were divided into two groups according to their functional mobility levels: K2(n=17) and K3(n=26). Prosthesis adaptation was assessed with the Trinity Amputation and Prosthesis Experience Scale (TAPES), body image with the Amputee Body Image Scale (ABIS), and quality of life with the Nottingham Health Profile (NHP). It was found that the body image perception and quality of life of the K2 group were worsened and had more functional and social limitations compared to the K3 group (p<0.05). In the K2 group, there was a correlation between the TAPES scale sub-parameters of general adaptation, compliance with restraint, prosthesis satisfaction, and ABIS, while in the K3 group, a relationship was found between athletic limitation and ABIS. While a significant relationship was found between body image and quality of life in the K2 group, no relationship was observed in the K3 group. The results of our study show that amputees with K2 mobility experience functional and social limitations in prosthesis adaptation. In order to improve the quality of life in transtibial amputees, compliance and satisfaction with body image and prosthesis should be taken into account in those with K2 mobility level and athletic restriction should be taken into account at K3 mobility level.

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