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Keynote: Low-Tech Solutions for Amputees

Monday, May 18, 2026
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM PT
Location: Ballroom A/B
Ideal Audience:Physician or Surgeon

    Keynote Speaker(s)

  • Yudith Chivatá Chivatá, Physiatrist - Colombia

    Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Colombia. Master in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Assistive Technology. Member of the Global Consensus for the development of functional outcome measures in lower limb amputees (LESS & COMPASS), ISPO International. Member of the Advocacy Committee , ISPO International (2021–2025). International Lecturer in Spasticity and Neurorehabilitation. International Keynote Speaker ISPRM World Congress 2026.
    IPS RANGEL Colombia

Low-Tech Solutions for Amputees explores practical, accessible, and innovative rehabilitation strategies designed to improve function and independence in individuals with limb loss. While technological advancements in prosthetics continue to evolve, many patients around the world face barriers related to cost, accessibility, and infrastructure. This presentation will highlight effective low-technology solutions that can optimize prosthetic use, enhance mobility, and promote participation in daily activities. Through clinical examples and practical approaches, the session will emphasize how simple, adaptable interventions can significantly impact functional outcomes and quality of life, particularly in low-resource and diverse healthcare settings.

Session Objectives:

  • 1. Identify and analyze practical low-technology rehabilitation solutions that enhance mobility, functional independence, and participation for individuals with limb loss, particularly in resource-limited settings. 2. Design and implement patient-centered low-tech strategies to optimize prosthetic use, functional performance, and quality of life in people with amputation across diverse healthcare environments.
  • CanMEDS: Medical Expert