Problems of Prosthese and Rehabilitation for Lower Limb Amputees in the Older Age Group.

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  • 高齢切断者のリハビリテーションにおける問題点　特に義足について

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We have investigated prostheses in 19 patients aged over 60 years with amputation of their lower extremities.<br>Amputation had been carried out in 63% of the patients due to peripheral circulatory failure. Almost one quarter of the patients had no indication for prostheses because of various complications.<br>In approaching the problem of prostheses and rehabilitation in the older age group, it is important to consider the general physical condition of the patient and any other diseases they may have. In general, the prosthetic approach for an aged amputee is recommended in order to improve their activity of daily living and quality of life.

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  • Orthopedics & Traumatology

    Orthopedics & Traumatology 42 (3), 1048-1051, 1993

    West-Japanese Society of Orthopedics & Traumatology

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