Life-Changing Injuries: Psychological Intervention Throughout the Recovery Process Following Traumatic Amputations

Silander, Nina C.

doi:10.1007/bf03544666

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“…It has the smallest impact on hand function than if the other finger is lost [6]. However, the traumatic amputation will not only have a functional effect but also have a psychological effect on the patient [7]. Moreover, the visual appearance of an amputated finger is more important to most patients than its function [8].…”

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A simplified silicone finger prosthesis: A clinical report

Gemiudeas¹,

Dahlan²

2022

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Psychological impact gives more affects to the patient's desire to make a finger prosthesis. Retention is an important factor in the fabrication of finger prostheses. a fairly simple way is to use the vacuum effect which can be obtained from modifying the stone model of the finger. The present article uses a technique to get retention from passive vacuum fit. This method can be used to fabricate finger prostheses with simple materials and will reduce costs.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

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A simplified silicone finger prosthesis: A clinical report

Gemiudeas¹,

Dahlan²

2022

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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“…Some experience a certain degree of numbing, which may be the effect of anesthesia and may appear in part as dealing with the trauma of loss. Mental health professionals should validate the patient’s various emotional responses and support them in expressing their emotions and thoughts [ 44 ]. The patient’s family is also likely to experience significant shock and acute stress responses.…”

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Psychiatric understanding and treatment of patients with amputations

Kang

Seo

et al. 2021

Yeungnam Univ J Med

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Amputation changes the lives of patients and their families. Consequently, the patient must adapt to altered body function and image. During this adaptation process, psychological problems, such as depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder, can occur. The psychological difficulties of patients with amputation are often accepted as normal responses that are often poorly recognized by patients, family members, and their primary physicians. Psychological problems can interfere with rehabilitation and cause additional psychosocial problems. Therefore, their early detection and treatment are important. A multidisciplinary team approach, including mental health professionals, is ideal for comprehensive and biopsychosocial management. Mental health professionals could help patients set realistic goals and use adaptive coping styles. Psychiatric approaches should consider the physical, cognitive, psychological, social, and spiritual functions and social support systems before and after amputation. The abilities and limitations of physical, cognitive, psychological, and social functions should also be considered. To improve the patient's adaptation, psychological interventions such as short-term psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness meditation, biofeedback, and group psychotherapy can be helpful.

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“…Many of the non-amputation hand traumas resulted in loss of function due to the crushing injuries, nerve lacerations and transections, and significant scarring that accompanied these injuries. Silander (2018) discussed the adjustment issues facing the 185,000 individuals who sustained amputations-77% of which are fingers or toes-each year. She reported that 55% of amputations are medical, 25% are auto accident related, and 20% (about 37,000) are "other" (including industrial accidents).…”

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Psychological Intervention With Upper Extremity Injured Patients in a Multidisciplinary Hand Center

Grunert¹

2020

J Health Serv Psychol

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Work-related upper extremity injuries result in significant functional and psychological symptoms. Early psychological intervention in an interdisciplinary setting is highly effective in promoting adjustment to these injuries. Patients can simultaneously heal physically and adjust emotionally through the use of imaginal exposure, cognitive reprocessing, and behavioral desensitization. This allows for reduction of social stigma, adjustment to altered functioning, and return to a productive lifestyle. The interdisciplinary team approach fosters credibility and acceptance of psychological interventions for this population.

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Life-Changing Injuries: Psychological Intervention Throughout the Recovery Process Following Traumatic Amputations

Cited by 5 publications

References 44 publications

A simplified silicone finger prosthesis: A clinical report

A simplified silicone finger prosthesis: A clinical report

Psychiatric understanding and treatment of patients with amputations

Psychological Intervention With Upper Extremity Injured Patients in a Multidisciplinary Hand Center

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