The Amputee Program addresses the medical and functional issues individuals face following the loss of a limb(s). Wound management as well as controlling swelling are an initial priority. Stump shaping is essential in preparing for fitting of a prosthesis and ambulation training. Strengthening, balance training and adaptive techniques to successfully accomplishing self-care activities and daily routine are a part of the plan of treatment. Support is provided through counseling and support group to assist our patients and their families in adjusting to their disability and the new approaches to maximizing their functional independence.

• Maintain a good state of health and assist in preventing secondary medical complications
• Assist with the psychological adjustment to disability and development of coping strategies
• Maximize independence in self-care and activities of daily living
• Independence in mobility skills
• Reduce swelling and shape limb for prosthetic fit
• Evaluate for prosthesis prescription and assist in fitting
• Maintain good skin integrity and remain wound free
• Provide patient and caregiver education and training
• Develop a comprehensive discharge plan

• Clinical Rehabilitation: Evaluation and treatment guidelines
• Clinical Protocols: Continuously updated based on best practices

• Case management services to coordinate treatment
• Community reintegration activities provide the opportunity to identify strategies that will promote independence
• Home accessibility evaluations
• Home modification plans
• Amputee clinic
• Wound and residual limb management
• Amputee pain management
• Exercise prescription
• Prosthetic prescriptions/fitting
• Ambulation training – when indicated
• Adjustment counseling
• Medical management and nutrition counseling
• Support groups for patients / family members / caregivers