Quadrilateral amputee
John P. Boldt
Description
Collection
Title:
Quadrilateral amputee
Creator:
John P. Boldt
Date:
1/7/2015
Text:
Hello List,
I received a call from a local surgeon asking for advice regarding a patient about to undergo bilateral amputations of both upper and lower extremities. All involved are looking for advice on prosthetic types, suspension style, and rehabilitation techniques in order to help the patient achieve independence. I have discussed this with my local colleagues and would like to hear stories with respect to successes and failures.
I have never encountered this in my practice and would love to hear from those of you who have successfully managed this rare population.
Regards,
John Boldt, C.P.O.
I received a call from a local surgeon asking for advice regarding a patient about to undergo bilateral amputations of both upper and lower extremities. All involved are looking for advice on prosthetic types, suspension style, and rehabilitation techniques in order to help the patient achieve independence. I have discussed this with my local colleagues and would like to hear stories with respect to successes and failures.
I have never encountered this in my practice and would love to hear from those of you who have successfully managed this rare population.
Regards,
John Boldt, C.P.O.
Citation
John P. Boldt, “Quadrilateral amputee,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 1, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/237035.
