Pre and Post-operative Services for the Diabetic Amputee

Outlines techniques and resources to prepare patients mentally and physically for lower-limb amputation; the amputation operation and recovery; and post-operative care. This book is intended for primary care physicians, CDEs, registered nurses, clinicians.

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Nearly 82,000 non-traumatic lower-limb amputations are performed annually among people with diabetes. This book outlines techniques and resources to prepare patients mentally and physically for lower-limb amputation; the amputation operation and recovery; and post-operative care, e.g., wound healing, prosthetic devices, and physical therapy. It gives healthcare professionals the tools to help patients face the trauma of lower-limb amputation. Professional Readership is - Primary care physicians, CDEs, registered nurses, clinicians. Sander Nassan, CPO, FAAOP, an experienced prothetist and orthotist, is well respected for his practical, yet empathic, patient care.