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What do you suggest if my sister has recently had the index and middle fingers of her left hand accidently cut off (but shes right handed) is that a disability?
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An impairment...: ...technically. Loss of anatomy or function is considered a disability when one loses the ability to perform an activity as a result of an impairment. Many people have fingers amputated and are still able to function at or near 100%. Granted her injury sounds significant though and followup with an amputee specialist could help with all aspects of helping her return to prior functional level.
Answered 8/16/2014
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