CRPS / RSD / Amputation Replies
Marcus Boren, B.Sc., C.P.
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Title:
CRPS / RSD / Amputation Replies
Creator:
Marcus Boren, B.Sc., C.P.
Date:
2/18/2003
Text:
Hi Everyone,
I've reposted my original query with the replies, and credentials. The
consensus is mixed, but my overall impression was that the pain should
be dealt with prior to amputation to achieve a positive outcome.
Original question
I'm working with an person with a crushed foot (workmans comp) who wants
the Ertl Procedure, and has been denied the amputation due to the onset
of RSD. So far, he is experiencing problems with the foot, and up to
about two inches proximal to the ankle.
If my memory is correct, this would be a contra-indication for the
surgery, but I'd like to research the matter a little more. I would
really appreciate it if anyone could point me to applicable studies or
personal experience fitting similar patients.
I'll be away from the computer for the rest of the week, but will post
replies when I return.
Thanks in advance,
Marcus Boren, CP
<Email Address Redacted>
I've reposted my original query with the replies, and credentials. The
consensus is mixed, but my overall impression was that the pain should
be dealt with prior to amputation to achieve a positive outcome.
Original question
I'm working with an person with a crushed foot (workmans comp) who wants
the Ertl Procedure, and has been denied the amputation due to the onset
of RSD. So far, he is experiencing problems with the foot, and up to
about two inches proximal to the ankle.
If my memory is correct, this would be a contra-indication for the
surgery, but I'd like to research the matter a little more. I would
really appreciate it if anyone could point me to applicable studies or
personal experience fitting similar patients.
I'll be away from the computer for the rest of the week, but will post
replies when I return.
Thanks in advance,
Marcus Boren, CP
<Email Address Redacted>
Citation
Marcus Boren, B.Sc., C.P., “CRPS / RSD / Amputation Replies,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 26, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/220588.
