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This article provides a generalized overview of amputation classifications and
the idealized outcomes for upper and lower amputations at their respective
levels. The following levels are discussed: above knee/transfemoral, below
knee/transtibial, above elbow/transhumeral, below elbow/transradial, and
bilateral for upper and lower extremities. This classification defines a
framework for clinicians to share with patients so that they understand the
potential for their expected functional outcomes regarding mobility and
activities of daily living, both with and without a prosthesis. Moreover, it
addresses some of the vocational and avocational needs of the individual
regarding amputation.
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