Objective: To evaluate burden of skin problem in prosthetic users.
Methodology: In this observational or cross-sectional survey was performed at Department of Orthopedics Surgery and Traumatology, Myo Hospital, Lahore from March to September 2020.
Data were collected by using Self-made questionnaire from already diagnosed upper limb prosthetic users. Cronbachs Alpha value was 0.63.
Results: Out of 66 patients, 44(66.7%) had skin problems. Most predominant skin problems was irritation seen in 21(31.82%) patients. Others were ulcers, inclusion cysts, blisters and other than these problems seen in 3(4.55%), 5(7.58%), 6(9.09%) and 9(13.64%) patients, respectively.
Conclusion: Skin problems are most frequent complications for upper limb prosthetic users that create hindrance in activity.
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