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What is the primary purpose of fabric socks in lower extremity prosthetics?

What is the primary benefit of performing scar mobilization for a patient with a residual limb?

What is the primary purpose of elastic wraps or limb shrinker socks post-amputation?

A patient with a recent transtibial amputation is using a 3-ply wool sock but notices significant volume fluctuations throughout the day. What should be your first course of action?

Which of the following is true about shorter residual limbs?

Scenario:You are working with a patient who has recently undergone a transtibial amputation due to complications from peripheral vascular disease. As part of the rehabilitation process, you are closely monitoring the patient’s intact limb for any signs of vascular issues. During a follow-up session, you notice changes in the patient’s skin that may indicate vascular concerns. Question:Which of the following is a critical sign of vascular issues that you, as the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), should monitor in this patient?

A 19-year-old male is admitted after a motorcycle accident that resulted in the need for an above-knee amputation. What type of rehabilitation might this patient benefit from to restore mobility?

A patient with a recent transtibial amputation (TTA) is experiencing residual limb pain and mild phantom limb sensations. As the PTA, how should you proceed?

A 62-year-old patient with a history of diabetes and peripheral vascular disease undergoes a below-knee amputation due to complications. What is the leading cause of amputations, and why?

What is the key feature of a SACH foot?