Research project
Title: Supporting the positive development and well-being of children and young people with limb loss: the influence of the appearance of the prosthesis and individual choice.
Project timescale: From 01 May, 2006 to 01 May, 2008
(Added to website on: 08 January, 2007 - Date last updated: 02 November, 2009)
Source of funding:
The Big Lottery Fund
Aims: The purpose of this project is to determine which aspects of choosing and wearing a prosthesis can promote confidence and social and psychological well-being in children and young people.
Research designs used:
Study of views/experiences
Other: Descriptive statistics
Methods used to collect data:
Interviews
Questionnaire survey
Research project description: The research involves three studies: 1) a general questionnaire study, 2) informal interviews with children aged 5-10 years and 3) informal interviews with children and young people aged 11-18 years.
Stages at which the public were involved:
Disseminating research
Implementing action
Prioritising topic areas
Planning the research
Managing the research
Designing the research instruments
(eg questionnaires, patient information sheets)
Description of public involvement in research stages: Gaining funding, developing the questionnaire and interview schedule, recruiting participants, raising awareness about the study, organising a conference.
Training and support provided for either members of the public or researchers involved in the project:
Examples of ways the public have made a difference to the research project: This project would not exist without help from the public, especially the Meningitis Trust and Steps. Among other things, their involvement has resulted in more ideas and ensured the study is sensitive to participants' needs.
Evaluating the impact of public involvement in the research:
Details of publications or reports resulting from the research: The study is not yet complete - We plan to publish in at least one academic journal and disseminate our findings through the charities involved.
Was/is your project user controlled: Not Known
For further information on the project, please contact:
Suryana Mohamad
Research Associate
University of Southampton
School of Health Professions
and Rehabilitation Sciences
Southampton
SO17 1BJ
sbm1f06@soton.ac.uk
02380598957
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