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Definition
Surgical removal of a body part or a limb
Joint amputation: disarticulation
Mgt
Phantom limb pain:
Real pain rt to nerve damage
Mgt: RTC pain meds
Phantom limb sensation:
Psychological
Feeling that the missing limb is still present
Prevent bleeding:
Direct pressure
Ice
Elevate stump for 24°only
Tourniquet
Assistive device for walking
Complications
Flexion contractures: permanent deformity rt stump elevation >24°
Inability to extend joints
Mgt:
ROM
Prone after 24° for several times a day
Extend joints
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