Orthotic and prosthetic devices in partial foot amputations.

Philbin, T M; Leyes, M; Sferra, J J; Donley, B G · Foot Ankle Clin · 2001

review · Level V

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Abstract

With advanced surgical techniques and orthotic, as well as prosthetic devices, partial foot amputations have become a viable alternative. Orthotics can help restore stability, maintain support, and protect function of the residual limb. The authors discuss orthotic and prosthetic management of patients who have undergone toe amputations; ray amputations; transmetatarsal, Lisfranc-, or Chopart-level amputations.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy