Psychological problems after amputation Amputations in the arm region cause greater functional and psychological disorders than those in the lower extremity. It is also more difficult to provide an optimal prosthetic fitting, since the demands on mobility cannot be met by the prosthesis in the same way as those on stability. The more extensive the … Prosthetic fitting
Leg prosthesis In the area of the lower extremity, amputations from the hip joint (hip disarticulation) or in the case of amputations of the lower half of the body (hemicorporectomy) are particularly problematic after tumor diseases. The ability to walk after such operations can only be maintained in younger patients. For this purpose, it is … Leg prosthesis | Prosthetic fitting
separation; limb removal; separation; disarticulation; limb removal Latin: amputare = to cut off, to remove Definition Amputation The term amputation describes the surgical or, in rare cases, traumatic separation of a body part, limb or other appendage of the body. Such operations only become necessary when the preservation of the corresponding body part is no … Amputation
Complications during surgery Complications that can occur during the operation are: Phantom pain is a major problem during amputation. Despite the absence of the body part, pain and discomfort are still felt in the arm or leg that is no longer present. The altered statics can also cause damage to the spine and joints. – … Complications during surgery | Amputation
Amputation of the thigh Amputations from the thigh downwards become necessary either after serious accidents or in the case of a pronounced circulatory disorder. In the latter case, an amputation from the thigh is only performed if the blood supply to the deeper parts of the leg is no longer sufficient and cannot be restored … Amputation of the thigh | Amputation
Introduction An amputation, i.e. the removal of a limb, can have many different causes. A distinction is made between an amputation injury, e.g. in an accident, and an amputation that becomes necessary due to another illness. The causes of an amputation are varied, as are the amputation sites. If the lower leg has to be … Reasons for amputation
The rigid determination of the amputation height by so-called amputation schemes with division into valuable, dispensable and obstructive limb sections, which was carried out in the past, is now outdated and must be rejected. With the various amputation heights and forms, the extent to which the residual limb is able to bear weight and suitable … Amputation heights
With the amputation technique, a distinction must be made between whether the amputation wound is closed immediately or only at a second operation. This is referred to as a closed or open operation. The open, so-called two-stage amputation, gained its importance especially in cases of war and catastrophe and can be associated with considerable disadvantages … Amputation technique
Bone closure The bone is closed by sutured strips of periosteum (periosteum strips), but the bone is also lengthened and stabilised by periosteum or bone chips. The aim is to protect the tibia and fibula, for example, at the lower leg, from compression by the prosthesis by means of a stable bone connection. During the … Bone closure | Amputation technique
