Swarnakar R, Yadav SL, Surendran D. Lower limb amputation rehabilitation status in India: A review. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11(30): 7261-7267 [PMID: 37969465 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i30.7261]
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Shiv Lal Yadav, MD, Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110029, Delhi, India. slyaiims59@gmail.com
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Rehabilitation
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Minireviews
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Raktim Swarnakar, Shiv Lal Yadav, Darshana Surendran, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi 110029, Delhi, India
Author contributions: Swarnakar R and Yadav SL contributed to the conception and design; Swarnakar R, Yadav SL, and Surendran D contributed to the literature search and writing.
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Corresponding author: Shiv Lal Yadav, MD, Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110029, Delhi, India. slyaiims59@gmail.com
Received: May 28, 2023 Peer-review started: May 28, 2023 First decision: August 8, 2023 Revised: August 29, 2023 Accepted: September 28, 2023 Article in press: September 28, 2023 Published online: October 26, 2023 Processing time: 149 Days and 18.1 Hours
Abstract
Rehabilitation of lower limb amputation in developing countries is quite challenging. Though there are basic to highly advanced prostheses available in India, the set-up is still facing difficulties in developing countries. Prosthetic management is difficult due to lack of availability of prostheses and reduced affordability among low income populations. In this review we highlighted the lower limb amputation and prosthetic rehabilitation status in India. Currently, India is advancing well in the rehabilitation field, but further studies are required to provide more evidence and recommendation.
Core Tip: Rehabilitation of lower limb amputation in developing countries is quite challenging. Prosthetic management is difficult due to lack of availability of prostheses and reduced affordability among low income populations. In this review we highlighted the lower limb amputation and prosthetic rehabilitation status in India.
