removable rigid dressing

A case study project to explore physiotherapists’ experiences of using removable rigid dressings with patients post transtibial amputation in the UK

August 16, 2024

Introduction Traditionally, post transtibial amputation (TTA) a soft dressing consisting of elasticated bandage and padding would be applied in theatre and kept on for up to five days. In 1969, Berlemont et al challenged the use of soft dressings with a rigid plaster replacement.1 Soft dressings have since been associated with pressure sores and persistent…

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