Rehabilitation of the child with lower limb loss

Care for the child with limb deficiency or amputation is optimized when provided by an interdisciplinary team. A center specializing in the care of children with limb loss is typically the best choice and has the most experience in providing up to date, evidence based practice. The child and his/her family must be integral members of the team and optimal functional outcome requires recognizing and addressing their expectations and goals. We present an overview of rehabilitation strategies, including prosthetic management, for children with lower extremity limb loss.