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Usage status of the prosthetic upper limb (n = 49).
| Usage Status of the Prosthesis | Number (%) | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily wear time of the prosthesis (hours) * | ≤6 h | 6 (12.2) | 12.06 ± 4.785 |
| 6–12 h | 13 (26.6) | ||
| 12–18 h | 25 (51.0) | ||
| ≥18 h | 5 (10.2) | ||
| Time required for getting accustomed to the prosthesis | ≤6 months | 8 (16.3) | |
| 6 months–1 year | 5 (10.2) | ||
| 1–3 years | 9 (18.4) | ||
| ≥3 years | 3 (6.1) | ||
| Not comfortable | 24 (49.0) | ||
* Values are expressed as the mean ± standard deviation.
