1. This article and any supplementary material should be cited as follows: Hafner BJ, Sanders JE. Considerations for development of sensing and monitoring tools to facilitate treatment and care of persons with lower-limb loss: A review. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2014:51(1):1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024 Slideshow Project DOI:10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024JSP Considerations for development of sensing and monitoring tools to facilitate treatment and care of persons with lower-limb loss: A review Brian J. Hafner, PhD; Joan E. Sanders, PhD

2. This article and any supplementary material should be cited as follows: Hafner BJ, Sanders JE. Considerations for development of sensing and monitoring tools to facilitate treatment and care of persons with lower-limb loss: A review. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2014:51(1):1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024 Slideshow Project DOI:10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024JSP Aim – Review existing solutions for collecting and using objective data to support/facilitate clinical decisions about prosthetic rehabilitation. – Suggest new strategies for applying this information in clinical practice. Relevance – Novel solutions for restoring and optimizing function after limb loss will promote healthier lifestyles, improve quality of life, and decrease reliance on physical, personal, and financial assistance.

3. This article and any supplementary material should be cited as follows: Hafner BJ, Sanders JE. Considerations for development of sensing and monitoring tools to facilitate treatment and care of persons with lower-limb loss: A review. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2014:51(1):1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024 Slideshow Project DOI:10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024JSP Method Proposed multidimensional model of rehabilitation that embraces use of sensing and monitoring technologies for communicating information between prosthetic devices, patients, and their healthcare providers. Presented hypothetical clinical situations to illustrate how information from physical and biological sensors can promote successful outcomes for prosthetic patients.

4. This article and any supplementary material should be cited as follows: Hafner BJ, Sanders JE. Considerations for development of sensing and monitoring tools to facilitate treatment and care of persons with lower-limb loss: A review. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2014:51(1):1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024 Slideshow Project DOI:10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024JSP Results Advances in sensing and monitoring technologies have made obtaining information directly from prosthetic patients possible across settings. – Sensors often require patient compliance with application and wear recommendations. Integrating sensors into prosthetic limbs overcomes many limitations of stand-alone sensor devices for health monitoring. – However, sensing technologies have yet to be integrated into clinical practices or used regularly to enhance quality of care.

5. This article and any supplementary material should be cited as follows: Hafner BJ, Sanders JE. Considerations for development of sensing and monitoring tools to facilitate treatment and care of persons with lower-limb loss: A review. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2014:51(1):1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024 Slideshow Project DOI:10.1682/JRRD.2013.01.0024JSP Conclusion Although challenges to development of efficient, cost-effective sensor systems for prosthetic applications remain, they can be addressed. Thoughtfully developing and integrating sensor systems into clinical practice may enhance quality of care provided to persons with limb loss and promote prosthetic users’ function, health, and quality of life.