Base Camp ScoreBuilders Amputations and Prosthetics Flashcards

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Type of Amputation- Forequarter (scapulothoracic):

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Surgical removal of the upper extremity including the shoulder girdle

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Type of Amputation- Shoulder Disarticulation:

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Surgical removal of the upper extremity through the shoulder

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Type of Amputation- Transhumeral:

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Surgical removal of the upper extremity proximal to the elbow joint

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Type of Amputation- Elbow Disarticulation:

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Surgical removal of the lower arm and hand through the elbow joint

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Type of Amputation- Transradial:

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Surgical removal of the upper extremity distal to the elbow joint

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Type of Amputation- Wrist Disarticulation:

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Surgical removal of the hand through the wrist joint

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Type of Amputation- Partial Hand:

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Surgical removal of a portion of the hand and/or digits at either the transcarpal, transmetacarpal or transphalangeal level.

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Type of Amputation- Digital Amputation :

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Surgical removal of a digit at either the metacarpophalangeal, proximal interphalangeal or distal interphalangeal level.

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Type of Amputation- Hemicorporectomy:

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Surgical removal of the pelvis and both lower extremities

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Type of Amputation- Hemipelvectomy:

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Surgical removal of one half of the pelvis and the lower extremity

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Type of Amputation- Hip Disarticulation:

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Surgical removal of the lower extremity from the pelvis

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Type of Amputation- Transfemoral:

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Surgical removal of the lower extremity above the knee joint

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Type of Amputation- Knee disarticulation:

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Surgical removal of the lower extremity through the knee joint

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Type of Amputation- Transtibial:

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Surgical removal of the lower extremity below the knee joint

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Type of Amputation- Syme’s:

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Surgical removal of the foot at the ankle joint with removal of the malleoli

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Type of Amputation- Transverse Tarsal (Chopart’s):

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Amputation through the talonavicular and calcaneocuboid joints. The amputation preserves the plantarflexors, but sacrifices the dorsiflexors often resulting in an equinus contracture.

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Type of Amputation- Tarsometatarsal (Lisfranc):

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Surgical removal of the metatarsals. The amputation preserves the dorsiflexors and plantarflexors.

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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transradial Socket

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  • Standard socket covers two-thirds of forearm
  • Standard socket may be shortened to allow for increased pronation/supination ability.
  • Supracondylar sockets are self-suspending and require no additional harness apparatus
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transradial Suspension

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  • Triceps Cuff
  • Harness
  • Cable System
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transradial Elbow Unit

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  • Attaches to either triceps cuff or upper arm pad

- Flexible or rigid hinge connects socket to proximal component.

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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transradial Wrist Unit

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  • Quick Change Unit
  • Wrist Flexion Unit
  • Ball and Socket
  • Constant Friction
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transradial Terminal Device

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  • Voluntary opening or closing
  • Body- Powered, Externally powered, myoelectric or hybrid
  • Hook, mechanical hand, cosmetic glove
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transhumeral Socket

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  • Standard Socket extends to acromion level
  • Modified design allows fro more stability with rotational movements
  • Lightweight friction units may be used with passive prosthetic arms
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transhumeral Suspension

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  • Harness
  • Cable System
  • Suction
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transhumeral Elbow Unit

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  • Internal or external locking elbow unit
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transhumeral Wrist Unit (Same as transradial)

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  • Quick Change Unit
  • Wrist Flexion Unit
  • Ball and Socket
  • Constant Friction
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Components of UE Prosthetics- Transhumeral Terminal Device (same as transradial)

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  • Voluntary opening or closing
  • Body- Powered, Externally powered, myoelectric or hybrid
  • Hook, mechanical hand, cosmetic glove
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Components of LE Prothetics- Transfemoral Socket

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  • Quadrilateral

- Ischial Containment

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Components of LE Prothetics- Transfemoral Suspension

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  • Lanyard Strap
  • Shuttle lock
  • Suction (seal-in liner; skin fit)
  • Partial Suction (silesian bandage, pelvic belt/band)
  • Vacuum
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Components of LE Prothetics- Transfemoral Knee

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  • Single axis
  • Polycentric
  • Hydraulic
  • Microprocessor
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Components of LE Prothetics- Transfemoral Shank

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  • Exoskeleton (rigid exterior)

- Endoskeleton (pylon covered with foam)

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Components of LE Prothetics- Transfemoral Foot System

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  • Solid Ankle Cushion (SACH)
  • Stationary Attachment Flexible Endoskeleton (SAFE)
  • Single Axis
  • Multi- axial
  • Hydraulic
  • Powered
  • Dynamic Response
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Components of LE Prothetics- Transtibial Socket

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  • Patellar Tendon Bearing (PTB)
  • Supracondylar Patella Tendon Socket (PTS)
  • Supracondylar- Suprapatellar Socket (SC- SP)
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Components of LE Prothetics- Transtibial Suspension

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  • Supracondylar Cuff
  • Thigh Corset
  • Supracondylar Brim
  • Rubber/ Neoprene Sleeve Suspension
  • Waist belt with fork strap
  • Suction with knee sleeve
  • Shuttle lock
  • Vacuum
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Components of LE Prothetics- Transtibial Shank (same as transfemoral)

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  • Exoskeleton (rigid exterior)

- Endoskeleton (pylon covered with foam)

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Components of LE Prothetics- Transtibial Foot System (Same as transfemoral)

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  • Solid Ankle Cushion (SACH)
  • Stationary Attachment Flexible Endoskeleton (SAFE)
  • Single Axis
  • Multi- axial
  • Hydraulic
  • Powered
  • Dynamic Response
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Influence of Single Axis Knee:

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  • Difficult to reciprocate during gait
  • May or may not have knee extension assist and/or a weight-activated stance phase control
  • Constant friction mechanism
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Influence of Polycentric Knee

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  • Heavier than a single axis
  • Reciprocal gait is more fluid
  • May or may not have a knee extension assist and/or weight- activated stance phase control
  • Constant friction mechanism
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Influence of Hydraulic Knee

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  • Variable friction for improved swing and stance phase control
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Influence of Microprocessor Knee

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  • Multiple programs available to accommodate the activity level of the user
  • Allows for fluid management of descending stairs
  • Requires charging
  • Variable friction for improved swing and stance phase control
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Influence of SACH foot

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  • Non-articulating with a rigid keel
  • Inexpensive
  • Low maintenance
  • Cushioned heel for shock absorption
  • Lacks energy return
  • Cannot accommodate to uneven surfaces
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Influence of Single Axis

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  • Allows for motion in a singular plane
  • Improved knee stability during weight acceptance
  • Lacks energy return function if not paired with dynamic response foot
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Influence of Dynamic Response

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  • Can be articulating or non-articulating
  • Keel has the capability to store and return some energy
  • May have a split keel to allow for improved surface accommodation
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Influence of Hydraulic/ Microprocessor

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  • Finer control over the stability/ mobility of motions
  • Improved shock absorption
  • Not appropriate for all environmental conditions and demands
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Advantages of Rigid (Plaster of Paris) Dressing

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  • Allows for early ambulation with pylon
  • Promotes circulation and healing
  • Stimulates proprioception
  • Provides protection
  • Provides soft tissue support
  • Limits edema
  • Ability to utilize an immediate post-operative prosthesis (IPOP)
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Disadvantages of Rigid (Plaster of Paris) Dressing

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  • Immediate wound inspection is not possible
  • Does not allow for daily dressing change
  • Requires professional application
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Advantages of Non- Weight Bearing Rigid Removable Limb Protectors

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  • Removable
  • Accommodates edema fluctuation
  • Easily applied
  • Prevents Contracture
  • Provides Protection
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Disadvantages of Non- Weight Bearing Rigid Removable Limb Protectors

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  • Not for ambulatory purposes
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Advantages of Semi-rigid (Unna paste, air splint)

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  • Reduces post-operative edema
  • Provides soft tissue support
  • Allows for earlier ambulation
  • Provides protection
  • Easily changeable
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Disadvantages of of Semi-rigid (Unna paste, air splint)

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  • Does not protect as well as rigid dressing
  • Requires more changing than rigid dressing
  • May loosen and allow for development of edema
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Advantages of Soft (ace wrap, shrinker)

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  • Reduces post-operative edema
  • Provides some protection
  • Relatively inexpensive
  • Easily removed for wound inspection
  • Allows for active joint ROM
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Disadvantages of Soft (ace wrap, shrinker)

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  • Tissue healing is interrupted by frequent dressing changes
  • Joint ROM may delay the healing of the incision
  • Less control of residual limb pain
  • cannot control the amount of tension in the bandage
  • Risk of a tourniquet effect
  • Shrinker cannot be applied until sutures/staples are removed
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K0

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Prosthesis will not enhance quality of life or mobility

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K0 Knee Unit

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Not eligible for prosthesis

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K0 foot/ankle assembly

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Not eligible for prosthesis

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K1

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  • Transfers
  • Ambulate on level surfaces
  • Fixed Cadence
  • Limited or unlimited household ambulator
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K1 Knee Unit

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  • Single Axis

- Constant Friction

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K1 Foot/ Ankle Assembly

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  • SACH

- Single Axis

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K2

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  • Traverse low-level barriers: curbs, stairs, uneven surfaces
  • Limited community ambulator
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K2 Knee Unit

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  • Polycentric

- Constant Friction Mechanism

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K2 Foot/ Ankle Assembly

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  • Flexible- keel foot

- Multi-axial foot/ankle

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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K3

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  • Variable cadence ambulator
  • Unlimited Community ambulator
  • Traverse most environmental barriers
  • Prosthetic use beyond simple locomotion
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K3 Knee Unit

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  • Hydraulic/Pneumatic
  • Microprocessor
  • Variable Friction Mechanism
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K3 Foot/ Ankle Assembly

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  • Energy Storing
  • Dynamic Response Foot
  • Multi-axial foot/ankle
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K4

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  • Exceeds basic ambulation skills
  • Exhibits high impact, stress, or energy levels
  • Typical of child, athlete, or active adult
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K4 Knee Unit

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  • Any System
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Medicare Functional Classification Level Scale- K4 Foot/ Ankle assembly

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  • Any System
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Most common complaint of new prosthesis wearer?

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Comfort of the socket on the residual limb

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If the fit of the socket is too tight what should the therapist determine?

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If the patient has been wearing their shrinker throughout the day when not wearing their prosthesis if so review medications and diet.

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Phase immediately post amputation is referred to as?

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Pre-prosthetic phase

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In general, how long is the pre-prosthetic phase?

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~6 weeks

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What is the focus of therapy for the pre-prosthetic phase?

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Contracture prevention, protecting the limb, developing single limb mobility skills, and preparing the patient for the prosthetic phase of rehabilitation.

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In general, when is a patient evaluate for their first prosthesis?

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~ 4-6 weeks post surgical

74
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When can a patient start wearing a shrinker?

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Once the sutures and/or staples are removed

75
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How often does medicare support a new prosthesis?

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Every 5 years

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What size of wrap should be used for UE amputations?

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2-4 inch wrap

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What size of wrap should be used for transtibial amputations?

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3-4 inch wrap

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What size of wrap should be used for transfemoral amputations?

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6 inch wrap