INTRODUCTION: Lower limb amputation (LLA) is life-changing surgery. Shorter residual
limbs are known to place greater physiological strain on patients than longer residual limbs; …

Acceptance of the prosthesis and the outcomes are improved by performing a transradial
rather than a more proximal amputation. Substantial efforts, including free tissue transfers …

Background Symptomatic neuroma occurs in 13% to 32% of amputees, causing pain and
limiting or preventing the use of prosthetic devices. Targeted nerve implantation (TNI) is a …

Background Traumatic leg amputation commonly affects young, active people and leads to
poor long-term outcomes. The aim of this review was to describe common causes of …

The impact of phantom pain extends beyond the amputation and beyond the phantom itself.
Phantom pain is frequently associated with disabling pain in the residual limb, the …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT Lower extremity amputation (LEA) is associated with an elevated
risk for development and progression of secondary health conditions. Low back pain (LBP) …

Background Having a visual, hearing or physical impairment (defined as problems in body
function or structure) may adversely influence the mental well-being of military personnel …

Background: It is estimated that by 2050, a total of 3.6 million patients will be living with an
amputation in the United States. The objective of this systematic review is to evaluate the …

Deliberate attention to the management of soft tissue is imperative when performing an
amputation. Identification and proper management of the nerves accompanied by the …

Combat trauma can lead to widespread tissue damage and limb loss. This may result in
chronic neuropathic and post amputation pain, including phantom limb pain (PLP) and …