A member asked:

How should i use physical therapy to recover from amputation surgery?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Go to PT: Only be knowing the specifics of your problem can you be helped. I would go to a physical therapist with special training in amputations. I bet your prosthetist could recommend a good one.

Answered 7/20/2012

6.3k views

Thank

Very important: Post operative rehab is very important after amputation. I will speak to lower extremity amputation. This includes management of the surgical incision to make sure it heals, management of post op swelling which is common. Learning how to transfer with crutches or walker, beginning strengthening exercises for the legs and getting ready for eventual use of a prosthetic. A physiatrist is invaluable.

Answered 5/7/2013

5.9k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

How long will surgery take for half a foot amputation?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

A member asked:

How long do you stay in therapy after three finger amputation?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

How long does an arm amputation surgery take?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

How long does an arm amputation surgery last for?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers