What to pay attention to after amputation

  1.Prevent contracture of the residual limb joint, maintain a good limb position, and strengthen the movement of the residual limb, mainly the joint range of motion training.  2.Use elastic bandage after surgery until the prosthesis is put on.  3.A week after the removal of the stitches, the skin can be massaged, patted, rubbed and other methods to stimulate the skin. The number of times is not limited, 15 minutes each time.  4.Pay attention to the cleanliness of the surface of the residual limb, often wash and keep the skin surface dry.  5.When there is a wound at the end of the residual limb, attention should be paid to the daily change of medicine. Always keep the wound clean and dry to avoid wound infection.  6.Early assembly of prosthesis to reduce phantom limb pain and improve the adaptability of the residual limb.  7.Keep the residual limb sock cover clean and hygienic, wash and replace it frequently.  8, the choice of prosthesis and training and functional adjustment of the prosthesis should seek the help of professional prosthetic technician.  9, amputees have anxiety, depression, frustration and other emotional fluctuations, so that amputees and prosthetic users and medical personnel talk to relieve emotions. Encourage amputees to do more outdoor activities to regulate the tension of amputees.