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Team Approach toTraumatic Amputations:
From Injury to Living with Limb Loss
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Danielle H. Melton, MD
Director of Amputee Program at TIRR
Assistant Professor
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
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Disclosures
Consultant:Medical Life Care PlanningOssur Americas
Medical Advisory Committee:Amputee Coalition, Past ChairUT Continuing Medical Education ChairLimb Loss Prevention Task ForceBCM Masters in O&PO&P Education Research Foundation
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Basic Concepts
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Amputation Levels LE
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Lower ExtremityAmputation Levels
Preferred Levels:• Transmetatarsal (TMA)• Syme• Transtibial (BKA)
– Ideal 50%tibial length
– 8cm below knee• Transfemoral (AKA)
– Ideal 66%femur length
– 10cm above distal femur
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Amputation Levels UE
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Upper ExtremityAmputation Levels
Preferred Levels:
•Below Elbowideal 55-90%longer—pronate/supinatewrist component
•Above Elbowideal 50-90%socket suspensionelbow component
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Causes of Amputations
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PVD Trauma Malignancy Congenital
Seymour2002Braddom2011
Amputation Etiology
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Diabetes rates tripled in last two decades, yet foot amputations fell after 1996• Patient education and monitoring• Medicare began paying for blood sugar monitoring and protective shoes• Large number of diagnosed because of better screening
Vascular Amputations
CDC: Diabetes amputations falling dramaticallyPublished January 25, 2012, Associated Press
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Traumatic Amputations
War Wounds (Blast Injury)Vehicular Accidents (Motorcycles)Natural Disasters (Haiti Earthquake)Occupational Injuries• Machinery/Equipment (Crush/Sever)• Explosion (Crush/Burn/Electrical)• Limb Salvage with Late Amputation • Electrocution Injury (Compartment Syndrome)
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1500s Hemeostasis, Ligation (Pare)
1600s Tourniquet (Morel)
1700s Flying Ambulance (Larrey) ‘Life Flight’
1800s Aseptic Technique (Lister)
1900s AnesthesiaSurgical Advances (Lisfranc, Chopart, Symes, Boyd)
1945 Walter Reed Medical CenterVA Prosthetic Centers
1960s Research through VA
2000s Military Operations in Middle EastWalter Reed General Hospital
2007 Center for the IntrepidBrook Army Medical Center
History of Amputations
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History of Prosthetics1000BC Egyptian prostheses
1500s Prostheses (iron/leather vs peg leg)
1945 World War II advances
1965 Medicare
2001 Wars in Afghanistan and Iraq
2007 Center for the Intrepid BAMC
2005 Prosthetic Parity Law (20 states)
2011 Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act(O&P separate from DME)
2015 Local Coverage Determination
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1970s Values: 4 principles of Medical Ethics• Autonomy - right to refuse or choose treatment.• Beneficence - best interest of the patient• Non-maleficence - "first, do no harm”• Justice - fairness and equality
2009 LEAP Lower Extremity Assessment ProjectSimilar outcomes limb salvage versus amputationDecision to salvage in borderline unpredictable prognostic cases should be based on
team, experience, facility, multidisciplinary approach and clinical judgment. (Korompilias et al. 2009)
2010 METALS Military Extremity Trauma Amputation/Limb SalvageAmputees have better outcomes than limb salvageAdditional study needed to look at differences and the rehabilitation process, resources
long-term (Leahy, M AAOS now 2010)
2016 Shared Decision Making Team approach to guiding limb salvage versus amputation
History of Limb Salvage
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Medical Management & Treating Complications
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Acute Care
• Consult PM&R pre/post-op• Coordinated team approach
– Surgeon, Therapy, Prosthetist
• Packet of Information– Amputee Coalition– Support Group– Social Media
• Process – Insurance coverage
• Timeline
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Post-op Management
• Soft dressing
• Rigid dressing– RRD rigid removable dressing– IPOP immediate post-op prosthesis
20% of lower extremity amputees fall while in the hospital3% of all LE amputees falls result in revision surgery47% of revision surgeries result in a higher level amputation
• Revision surgery due to a fall is reduced with RRDs• Shorten hospital length of stay• Cost effective intervention that improves clinical outcomes• Reduce the risk of revision surgeries due to falls
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Shaping & Shrinking
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Phantom Limb Syndrome (PLS)
Phantom Limb SyndromePhantom Sensation “position, pressure, numbness” Ex. Foot is presentPhantom Pain “cramping, burning, stabbing” Ex. Foot is in a vice-grip
Mechanisms (Supra-spinal, Spinal, Peripheral)• Supra-spinal
– somatosensory cortical reorganization of the area representing the de-afferentated limb
• Spinal– reorganization in the dorsal horn occurs after de-
afferentation from a peripheral nerve injury• Peripheral
– axonal nerve damage initiates inflammation, regenerative sprouting, and increased "ectopic" afferent
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Post-Amputation Pain (PAP)Phantom Pain
“cramping, burning, stabbing” Ex. Foot is in a vice-grip
Residual Limb Pain, Neuromas“throbbing, pulsating, sharp, localized, electrical” Ex. Incision or stump
Intrinsic pain (Residual Limb)“localized, aching, constant” Ex. Infection
Extrinsic Pain “uneven pressure” Ex. Prosthesis
Biomechanics of an Abnormal Gait PatternNeck & Back painJoint painMuscle spasms
Pain affects 95% of all amputees; ~80% phantom, 67% residual limb, 62% back pain (Ephraim PL et al 2005)
Phantom pain highest at 6 months post amputation and diminishes over time (Bosman JC et al 2010)
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Pain Assessment• Visual Analog Scale• Description• Sleep disturbance• Mood disorder
Medications:Acute:
Opioids [IVPCAOral/Topical]—(hydrocodone, tramadol)
Chronic:Anti-depressant (amitryptiline, duloxetine)Anti-seizure (gabapentin, pregabalin)Anti-inflammatory (NSAIDS)
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Pharmacology
Neuromodulators
Anticonvulsants
Capsaicin
Cannabinoids NMDA blockers/antagonist
Ketamine
Methadone
Tramadol
Alcohol Gabanergics
Alcohol
Baclofen
Propofol
Pregabalin
Gabapentin Anti-convulsants (anti-epileptics)
Gabapentin
Pregabalin (Lyrica)
Central alpha adrenergic agonist
Clonidine Alpha 2 agonist
Clonidine
Alcohol NSAIDS
Ibuprofen
Naprosyn
Celebrex
Mobic Trycyclines AD
Amitriptyline
Nortriptyline Opioids
Tramadol
Methadone
Hydrocodone
Oxycodone
Morphine
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Pain Management• Pharmacology• Desensitization
– Massage– Tapping or rubbing
• Pressure– Shrinker, wrapping– Use of a prosthesis
• Healing of residual limb• Modalities
– TENS– Mirror– Magnet
• Interventional– Accupuncture– Nerve blocks, trigger points– Botulinium toxin injections– Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
• Psychology of limb loss– Psychotherapy and counseling
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Pain Medications
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Genetic Testing for PLP
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Breathing Electrical Stimulation
BreEStimIntegrating voluntary breathing-controlled aversive electrical stimulation with acupuncture points for neuropathic pain management by using different pain-modifying mechanisms.
• Electro-acupuncture effect (analgesic effects)
• Habituation to aversive stimuli
• Influence of voluntary breathing (cortical and subcortical activation of the insular cortex, critical in affective processing of pain
• Anterograde amnesia to aversive stimulation (unpleasantness of peripheral noxious stimulation is not remembered or decreased immediately afterincreasing the analgesic effect of stimulation)
• Reward system is triggered (positive feedback loop)
Shengai Li, Jeffrey C. Berliner, Danielle H Melton, Sheng Li Modification of electrical pain threshold by voluntary breathing-controlled electrical stimulation (BreEStim) in healthy subjects. PLoS One, July 24, 2013; 8(7): e70282 PMCID: PMC3722161
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Mental Health• Grief (Kubler Ros 5 stages of loss)
1. Denial2. Anger3. Bargaining4. Depression5. Acceptance
• Depression (SIGECAPS)Sleep, Interest, Guilt, Energy Concentation, Appetite, Psychomotor & Suicide
• Anxiety• PTSD• Life after Limb Loss
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Musculoskeletal Complications
Bone/Muscle Heterotopic Ossification
Bony Prominences
Degenerative Arthritis
Joint Contractures (HFC, KFC)
Skin Adherent Grafts
Insensate Skin
Pain Neuromas
Phantom Limb Syndrome
LBP from compensated biomechanics
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Treatment:Prosthesis modificationProphylactic radiation therapyNSAIDSBisphosphonatesSurgical excision
HO in traumatic amputations is more common than previously suggested in literature, Level II (Potter,BK et al 2006)
Heterotopic Ossification
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• Allergic dermatitis, Eczema• Epidermoid cyst• Folliculitis, Boil, Abscess• Cellulitis• Fungal infections (Tinea corporis)• Hyperhidrosis• Ulcer• Chocked stump syndrome
Verrucous hyperplasia
Skin Problems
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Treatment for Skin Issues
Infection (folliculitis/boil/abscess)• ½ cup bleach in bath• Benzoyl peroxide wash (OTC)• Bactrim DS (2 weeks twice daily)• Prophylactic Bactrim DS (daily)• Liner-liner (Silver—antimicrobial)Allergic Reaction• Change liner (Dermo)• Steroid creamChocked stump/pressure• Prosthetic modification (alignment, socket adjustment/new)
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Treatment for Skin Issues
Fungal infections (skin, nails)• Antifungal cream (Lamisil, Naftin)• Oral Lamisil for 3 months
(check liver function—LFTS)• Podiatry for nail clipping• Skin checks (long hand held mirror)• Clean skin with antibacterial soap• Clean liners daily• Antiperspirant
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Overuse SyndromeTreatment
Occurs at joints (shoulder, elbow, wrist) of affected limb (contralateral to amputation)
• Modification/Avoidance of aggravating activity• Bracing (counterforce, elbow pad, wrist splint, thumb splica)• NSAIDs (oral or topical)• Therapy (strengthening, ROM)• Steroid injection• Surgery as last resort
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Overuse Syndrome
Key Points• Prevention is best, followed by early detection & immediate intervention• Preservation of the remaining sound limb (early focus)• Use of a functional prosthesis (not passive/cosmetic)
The more the impaired limb (higher the amputation) the more likely the sound limb will suffer overuse
Insurance treats sound limb issues as a separate entity independent of amputated side
Amputations require compensatory strategies therefore overuse issues are likely if not inevitable.
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Neuromas
• Diagnose by clinical exam• Reproducible by palpation• Causes electrical nerve painTreatment:• Medication• Surgical Excision• Radiofrequency Ablation
• Diagnostic mapping• Fluoroscopy labImproved painIncreased prosthetic wearing timeIncreased return to workShorter recovery and down-timeMelton et al, AAP poster presentation
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Radiofrequency Ablation
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Rehabilitation
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Rehabilitation Team• Patient• Family/caregivers• Therapists (PT, OT)• Prosthetist• Nursing • Social Worker • Case Manager• Vocational counselor• Psychologist• Surgeon• Rehab physician
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Multi-disciplinary Treatment
Residual limb care• Wound healing, Skin care, Hygiene• Wrapping/shrinking/shaping• Desensitization and Pain ControlFunctional Status• Range of Motion (prevent contractures) • Balance, Mobility
Pneumatic Post Amputation Mobility• Strength and Endurance• Gait training, AlignmentHome & Community Environment• Assistive devices for ADLs• Medical Equipment evaluation• Wheelchair evaluation• Driving and TransportationProsthesis• Candidate for prosthesis• Components Prescribed
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Activities of Daily Living
Assistive Devices• Bidet• Dressing Tree• Body Dryer• Grooming • Meal Preparation
Home Modifications • Light switches, Door knobs• Voice Controlled Devices• Grab Rails• Widened doors
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Partial Hand Amputations
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Energy Expenditure
Seymour 2002
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K levelsMedicare Functional LevelsLevel Descriptions4 Ability for prosthetic ambulation exceeding basic skills,
exhibiting high impact stress or energy levels typical of child, active adult or athlete
3 Ability for prosthetic ambulation with variable cadencetraversing environmental barriers (uneven terrain)typical of an unlimited community ambulator
2 Ability for prosthetic ambulation traversing low-level environmental barrierstypical of limited community ambulator
1 Ability to use a prosthesis for transfers or ambulationambulation on level surfaces a fixed cadencetypical of household ambulator
0 Does not have the ability to ambulate or transferwith or without assistanceprosthesis does not enhance quality of life or mobilitytypical of wheelchair bound non-ambulatory amputee
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Walking Speed vsO2 Consumption
WS inversely proportional to O2 cost when comparing:
Levels (distal to proximal)Unilateral vs Bilateral BTF>>UTF>BTT>UTTDysvascular slower than Traumatic with short stride lengths
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Transfemoral Prosthetics
Prosthetic CandidateTherapy Milestones• Parallel bars• Balance• Transfer independentlyFunctional outcome measures (AmpNoPro, Pavet)
Bilateral AK (TF) • Start with Non-articulated
AK prostheses “Stubbies” • Progress to articulated
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Justification for BLE
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Prosthetics
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ProsthetistCertifications:• American Board of Certification in Orthotics & Prosthetics (ABC)• Board for Orthotic/Prosthetic Certification (BOC)• Masters Programs in O&P (MSOP)
Considerations:• Experience• Licensed/certified• Facility accredited• Accessibility• Patient’s Goals • Component Choice• Rapport• Follow-up
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LE Prosthetic Components
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LE ComponentsTrans-tibial (BKA)Socket
• PTB• TSB
Suspension• SC, • SCSP• Straps/Cuffs• Hinge and Thigh Corset• Suction (Seal-in liner)• Sleeve• Pin lock with silicone liner
Trans-femoral (AKA)Socket
•Ischial containment (NML)•Quadrilateral
Suspension•Suction (seal-in liner)•Sleeve•Vacuum assist•Liner Pin•TES belt•Silesian belt•Hip Joint/pelvic band
Knee•Fluid Controlled
•Microprocessor•Mechanical
•Pneumatic•Hydraulic
•Polycentric (4-bar)•Manual lock•Stance control (wt activated)•Single axis (constant friction)
Foot•SACH•Single axis•Flexible Keel•Multi-axis•Dynamic response•Hybrid (Articulated/Dynamic)•Specialty (Heel Ht adjustable)
K3/K4 Level
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Prosthetic Components• Functional K Level determines Prosthetic Knees & Feet
K1/K2 Basic Mechanical KneesK3/K4 Dynamic Response/Multiaxis Feet
Microprocessor Knees/Feet
• Upper limb Pattern Recognition
• Restoration of Function and Body ImageActivity SpecificSpecial AdaptationsCosmetic gloves
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Upper Extremity Prosthesis
Body Powered (cable & harness system)
Myo-Electric (battery operated)
Passive(cosmetic)
Terminal DeviceHookPrehensorHand
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Special Adaptations
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Activity Specific
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Basic vs Higher Level (K3) Prosthesis
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Basic: Developing Countries
RCIC plastic prosthesis
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Basic—Stair Walking
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Microprocessor Components
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Leading Edge Prosthesis
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Bionic Prosthetics
Robotic limbs and handsPower KneeProprio Foot
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X3 Microprocessor Knee
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Power Knee
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Microprocessor Feet
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BIOM Ankle System
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BIOM
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Research Based Prosthesis
“Neuroprosthetics have the promise of turning dreams into realities…[but] because of costs… unlikelyin the near-term…
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Cost
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Upper Extremity ProsthesisType Advantage Disadvantage Approximate
Cost
Body PoweredHarness/Cable
CostDurabilityLight-weight
AppearancePhysical operation
BE $8-15,000AE $12-25,000
5-function wristWith Tools$20,000
ElectricMyosite/Pressure
CosmeticStrong grip
ExpensiveHeavierBattery life
BE $35-120,000AE $55-200,000+
Hybrid $30-90,000
Passive
Oppositional
Cosmetic Non-functional Hand $10-20,000BE/AE $20-35,000
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KneesBasic Mechanical $5,000Hydraulic Mechanical $7,000
Microprocessor (C-leg) $25,000Microprocessor (X3) $75,000Microprocessor (Power) $60,000Microprocessor (Helix) $7,000
FeetSACH (basic wooden) $200Single Axis $500Carbon Fiber (MA/DR) $3,000-8,000
Microprocessor AnkleProprio foot $16,000BIOM ankle system $85,000
Skins/CoveringsStandard/Custom BKA $500-12,000Standard/Custom AKA $900-15,000
Prosthetic Component Cost
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Below Knee (BKA, TT)ICRC Red Cross (Peg leg) $250Preparatory $5,000Definitive
Mid-range $10,000 High-range $20,000
Above Knee (AKA, TF, KD)Preparatory $8,000Mechanical $15,000-35,000Computer knee $50,000-130,000Hip Disarticulation (HD) $85,000-150,000Actitvity SpecificDancing $500Water $5,000Running $30,000Research BasedPeripheral EMG control $250,000Central Neuroprosthesis ~ $6,000,000???
Lower ExtremityProsthetic Cost
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Prosthetic Life SpanProsthesis Replacement needed• 1st preparatory (temporary) 3 mo—2 years
• 1st definitive prosthesis 2—4 years
• Socket revisions 6 mo—2 years
• Subsequent prosthesis 3—5 years
• Liners Annual
• Socks, Shrinkers Annual
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Advaces in Surgery
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IPOP limb salvage
• Limb salvage with Illizarov frame• Severely limited ROM• Xrays show non-union & HO
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Limb Salvage vs. Amputation
• BKA • IPOP attached to frame• WBAT• Aggressive PT for ROM• Shared decision making• Patient directed care• Better outcomes
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Outcome Measures
Primary Outcomes:• Function• Depression• PTSD
Secondary Outcomes:• Pain• HR QOL• Return to Activity• Self Efficacy
Proposed Intervention Opioid Wean Psychological Intervention
AnxietyDepressionPTSD
Innovative health care models ………improve when “informed, activated” patients interact with “prepared, proactive practice teams.” …….patients and their families to assume greater responsibility for their care and recovery…….health care system and providers to train and support patients and families in these recovery activities.
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Osseointegration
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OsseointegrationAdvantages• No socket (pain, sweating, irritation)• Easy to Don/Doff• Excellent suspension• Comfort in sitting• Hip movement not restrictedDisadvantages• Longer rehab (protocol dependent)• Infection• Loosening of hardware• No high activity• No swimming in public facilities• Daily care, cosmesis abutmentContraindications• Obesity• Contractures• Skin problems• DM, PVD
Denmark (dental)
Current Sites Performing• Sweden• Germany • England• Australia• Spain
Pending FDA approvalUSA (Utah, Las Vegas)
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Ertl Procedure
Osseoperiosteal tibiofubular synostosis
Prosthetic fit at 6-8 wks
Advantages:Eventual weight bearingImproved gait and comfortPrevent bone atrophy
Disadvantages:Delayed prosthetic fit Delayed functional mobility
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Ertl Procedure
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Targeted Nerve Muscle Reinnervation (TNMR)
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Neuroprosthesis:Control with Thoughts
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Model System of Care
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Healthcare Crisis
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US Healthcare Crisis
2009: 80,000 major amputations performedExceeding $8,300,000,000 hospital charges
2010: 507 amputations every day (~85% preventable)19,000,000 people with Diabetes
– 4% will develop ulcer– 6% will have an amputation– 45% mortality rate with ulcer or amputation at 1 year
2014: 1,900,000 Americans living with limb lossDouble to ~ 4,000,000 by 2050
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O&P Industry
CMS Medicare Fraud • Taxpayers• Health care Audits• Patient Care
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Office of Inspector GeneralOIG report 2011
$43M Prosthetics overpaid$61M No referring MD in previous 5 years
Criticized Medicare for no oversight requiring new screening for HC providers
Results:Delivery delaysMD administration burden“Dear Doctor” letters (AC)
Health Care Reform
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Rehabilitation & Prosthetics
Medicare pays more in HC $ when Bracing and Prosthesis are NOT providedBracing• saved 10% in HC costs• more rehabilitation• able to stay in home (not NH)Prosthesis• more OP rehabilitation• less ER visits• less acute hospitalizations• equivalent cost in HCK1/2 amputees (compared to K3/4)• more HC costs (despite prosthetic cost)• more OT/PT• rely on SNF/HH
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Health Care Reform
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I was very clear with
the prescription
I wrote
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Prosthetic Coverage
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Meeting with CMS
March 2014Documentation needed to support medical necessity.
CMS LLPECT is long and cumbersome to complete.Long term plan is care by team (including MD, PT, CP)
Evidence Based Medicine (EBM) not arbitrary diagnoses (COPD)
Audits (RAC, MAC) based on EBM not cost cutting at expense of patients
August 2015Local Coverage Determination
Denials of prosthetics preventing patient access
Other Insurances following CMS guidelines (vacuum system denied by United Health
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Team Approach--LCD• Therapists
Outcome Measures, Gait, ROM
• ProsthetistsK level, Components, Gait, Fittings
• Physicians – Surgeons– Primary Care Physicians– PM&R physicians
Medical Necessity, Team Integration
• Patient• Family/caregivers
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Medicare Update
• Local Coverage Determination (LCD)
• 100,000 signatures largely supported by the AC
• White House: “will not finalize the draft Lower Limb Prostheses Local Coverage Determination (LCD) (DL33787) at this time.”
• “Workgroup in 2016, comprised of clinicians, researchers, policy specialists and patient advocates from different federal agencies”
• Re-imbursement for prosthetics are based on components not clinical time and expertise 2011 ACA (RAC audits)
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Quality of Life &Functional Outcomes
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Amputee Coalition Mission:To reach out to and empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention.
History:1986 Support Group Leaders (today 300+) Amputee Coalition of America1991 Certified Peer Visitor program (~1000)1997 Center for Disease Control & PreventionNational Limb Loss Resource Center2010 Limb Loss Task Force Summit (I,II,III)2010 April is National Limb Loss Awareness Month2012 Limb Loss Education Day2016 30th Anniversary AC
Amputee Coalition
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Scientific Medical Advisory Committee• BMI calculator• CMS physician documentation• Limb Loss Awareness Day• Limb Loss Task Force• Research for Evidence Based Medicine• Video Resources for People with Limb Loss• Certified Peer Visitor Program, Hospital based
Amputee Coalition
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Living with an Amputation
Education & Resources• Amputee Coalition• Peer Visitors (AC trained)
partner with hospitals• Local Support Groups• Psychological Counseling
patient and family• Vocational Rehabilitation• DARS• RSVP
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Health and Well being (Weight Loss)
I finally got rid of the 25 pounds that
I spent years trying to lose
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Expected Outcomes
Return To Work• Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)• Work Hardening and Conditioning• Neuropsychiatric Evaluation• Vocational Rehabilitation• Accommodations for Restrictions
Sedentary, Duty levelSafety Instruction and Training
Workers Compensation• Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)• Maximal Medical Improvement (MMI)• Impairment Rating (IR)
Disability & Legal issues
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Clinics of North America
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LLTF I April 2010
Roadmap January 2011
LLTF II February 2012
White Paper September 2012
LLTF III March 2015
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Healthcare Reform
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Evidence Based Medicine
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Questions