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Amputation

September 3, 2020

Amputation  Amputation is the act of removing a limb or body part by incision through a bone. Amputations are described using levels based on where the amputation occurred. At MCOP, …

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American Board for Certification (ABC)

American Board for Certification (ABC) The American Board for Certification (ABC) in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics is the accrediting body that certifies prosthetists, orthotists, and pedorthists using board certification exams …

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Adduction

Adduction  Adduction is when you move a limb/body part towards the center of the body. It is the opposite of abduction, which refers to the movement of one’s limb or …

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Abduction

Abduction  Abduction is when you move a limb or body part away from the center of your body. It is the opposite of adduction which refers to movement of a …

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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)  Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive vascular circulatory condition where blockage or narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs. 82% of …

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Diabetic Amputation

Diabetic Amputation  Diabetes is the leading cause of lower extremity amputation due to neuropathy and decreased healing/blood flow that exists within diabetic individuals. Neuropathy, or decreased sensation, can lead to …

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