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Can a person walk after a toe amputation?
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Yes: There are many people with amputation of the foot at many levels without significant changes in their gait pattern.
Answered 8/7/2018
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Yes: Amputation of different toes can have different effects on gait. Lesser toe amputations usually have minimal to no effect on gait. Amputation of the great toe can alter gait but this can be minimized with proper shoes and inserts. Dr l.
Answered 2/15/2019
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Yes: After the surgical site is healed people may resume their walking.
Answered 8/21/2018
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