Amputee Problems And Complications Flashcards

1
Q

How do you prevent scar adhesions

A

Deep massage

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2
Q

How do you treat choke syndrome?

A

Relieve any constriction on the residual limb and restore total contact between socket and limb

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3
Q

If phantom pain lasts longer than _______, there is poor prognosis for recovery

A

6 months

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4
Q

What physical exam findings do you see with choke syndrome

A

Induration, blistering, tenderness

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5
Q

Phantom sensation vs phantom pain

A

Phantom sensation is normal and non painful.

Phantom pain is painful

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6
Q

What can cause choke syndrome

A
  1. Failure of total contact between socket and residual limb

2. Prosthetic socket too tight

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7
Q

What are 4 causes of bone pain in amputees?

A
  1. Bone spurs
  2. HO
  3. Hypermobile fibular head
  4. Bone extrusion through muscle
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8
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What dermatological issue may arise if choke syndrome may go untreated?

A

Verrucous hyperplasia

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9
Q

3 main causes of pain in amputees

A
  1. Incisional pain
  2. Phantom sensation
  3. Phantom pain
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