what is involved in a hip disarticulation amputation
surgical removal of the entire lower limb by transection through the hip joint capsule
what is a trans tibial amputation
below knee amputation
what is a trans femoral amputation
above knee amputation
what are the requirements to be granted the disability pension
- between 16 and pension age
- permanent medical condition that prevents working
what is the OT role during the acute phase following amputation
- assessment
- prescription and education on devices e.g. wheelchair use
- transfers/ bed mobility
- showering/dressing techniques
- oedema management/ trump care
what is the OT role during the pre prosthetic rehab phase
- maximising safety and independence in daily occupations e.g. wheelchairs
- continuing all acute phase intervention
what is the OT role during the prosthetic rehabilitation
- integrating use of prosthesis into functional tasks
- non healing wounds
- phantom pain
- psychological issues
list the different types of prosthesis
- body powered
- electrically powered
- hybrid
- passive
- activity specific
list the factors when considering prosthesis
- safety
- cost
- weight of prosthesis
- function
what are the symptoms when considering prosthesis
- stubbing
- burning
- cramping
- throbbing
cause of phantom limb pain
- changes in CNS
- peripheral nerve damage
How can mirror therapy be used to address phantom limb pain
encourages active movement and visualisation
- practices relaxation
