The Amputee Clinic at Halifax Health | Brooks Rehabilitation provides an integrated, multidisciplinary approach to evaluate, rehabilitate and support people with amputations. Our multidisciplinary team includes an on-site physician, physical therapists and a psychology team working beside prosthetic companies in to improve outcomes and help patients achieve their highest level or recovery.
The causes for amputation can include the following:
This team will work with you to create a customized care plan for you and your recovery.
It takes time to heal after amputation. We create a customized recovery plan to help you get you back to your highest level of function.
First, the bandages and sutures are removed then cleaned prior to a medical team checking your limb. After the limb is cleaned and cleared by your doctor, you will receive a shrinker sock to reduce swelling of the limb. This is a very important step in the amputee process to make sure the prosthetic limb fitting is accurate.
Once the prosthetic is fitted and secure, rehabilitation will begin. A comprehensive assessment will take place to create a customized rehabilitation plan. This may include inpatient rehabilitation, home health services or outpatient rehabilitation.
At Halifax Health | Brooks Rehabilitation Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation, our team works collectively and regularly adjust the plan of care to meet the needs of you and your family.
