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Recommendations for Preventing Partial
First Ray Amputation Failure

Samuel Adegboyega, DPM discusses the role of biomechanical imbalance after an amputation. Dr Adegboyega also discusses the states and principles of foot amputation as well as the importance of soft tissue and osseous balancing to prevent re-ulceration in the diabetic amputation stump.

CME (Credits: 1) CEU (Credits: 1)

Samuel Adegboyega, DPM
Associate Professor, Department of Medicine and Surgery
Chairman, Division of Medical Science
New York College of Podiatric Medicine
New York
[email protected]

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Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the role of biomechanical imbalance after an amputation.
  2. Understand the stages and principles of foot amputation.
  3. Understand the importance of soft tissue and osseous balancing to prevent re-ulceration in the diabetic amputation stump.
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