Addressing both surgical pain and phantom limb pain early is critical for long-term recovery. 3. The Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Model
Management continues for life, focusing on skin integrity and secondary health issues: The Management of Lower Extremity Amputations
Selecting the site (e.g., above-knee or below-knee) that offers the best healing potential while preserving enough leverage for a future prosthesis. 2. Surgical Precision and Early Care Addressing both surgical pain and phantom limb pain
Effective recovery relies on a "patient-centered" approach where multiple specialists work in tandem: Focusing on balance, core strength, and protecting the
The management process often begins before the first incision. Surgeons and vascular specialists must weigh against amputation by evaluating factors like tissue viability, blood flow, and the patient’s overall functional potential.
Focusing on balance, core strength, and protecting the remaining limb.
Introducing temporary prostheses early to help the patient begin weight-bearing as soon as the wound allows.