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A statewide amputee rehabilitation programme

B J May

    Prosthetics and Orthotics International
    |April 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study introduces a specialized amputee clinic program to improve rehabilitation for patients facing long travel distances and delayed care. The integrated team approach maximizes patient time and rehabilitation outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Orthopaedics
    • Prosthetics

    Background:

    • Patients referred to the Medical College of Georgia amputee clinic often travel long distances (50-250 miles) after delayed referrals.
    • Geographical barriers and delayed treatment present significant challenges for amputee rehabilitation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To design and implement a specialized program addressing challenges of distance and delayed referrals for amputee patients.
    • To optimize the use of patient time and enhance rehabilitation levels through a coordinated care approach.

    Main Methods:

    • A multidisciplinary team including physical therapists, prosthetists, social workers, vocational counselors, and orthopedic surgeons was formed.
    • A program was developed to provide comprehensive care on a single day for amputee clinic appointments.

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  • Careful planning and team cooperation were central to the program's design.

    • Main Results:

    • The integrated team approach facilitated maximum care delivery on the day of the clinic.
    • The program effectively maximized the utilization of patients' time.
    • Planning and cooperative efforts enhanced the overall rehabilitation level for patients.

    Conclusions:

    • A coordinated, multidisciplinary team approach in a specialized amputee clinic program can overcome challenges posed by distance and delayed referrals.
    • Optimizing patient scheduling and interdisciplinary collaboration significantly improves rehabilitation efficiency and outcomes.