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To explore barriers and facilitators to social and community participation experienced by people following traumatic lower limb amputation (LLA).

An exploratory qualitative study was conducted with nine adults with traumatic LLA in Victoria, Australia. Participants were a minimum of 18 months post amputation. Interview data was analysed using thematic analysis.

Participants referenced the inaccessibility of the built environment and physical challenges associated with prosthetic mobility as barriers to participation. Chronic and complex health concerns due to their injuries resulted in physical and emotional distress for some, further limiting their social and community engagement. Participants highlighted the benefit of peer-support networks and the value of supportive community groups in assisting the transition to their pre-amputation family, work and social roles. Participants also felt that a …