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Amputation Rehabilitation

Life after limb loss is a major transition. Our comprehensive rehabilitation program is here to guide you in achieving your best quality of life, step by step. This journey is completely customized to you—to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.

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Comprehensive amputation rehabilitation care

If you are preparing for or recovering from an upper or lower limb amputation, we are here to help. At the nationally known Amputee Rehabilitation Program, we provide specialized care to support your recovery, mobility, independence, and emotional well-being.

Our services include pre- and post-amputation care, prosthetic training, pain management, mobility training, and emotional support. Spaulding Rehabilitation is recognized as a leader in rehabilitation care, ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehab hospitals in the nation.

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Our approach to amputation rehabilitation

Our clinical expertise and compassionate care can help you recover and build strength. Our rehabilitation includes extensive education, training, and support groups.
Therapeutic recreation and adaptive services
Therapeutic recreation is an integral part of our interdisciplinary care model. Through referral to our Adaptive Sports Program, patients can safely increase physical activity and return to sports or recreational activities. We also offer driver rehabilitation to help you safely adapt to driving with your prosthesis.
Personalized care from a team of experts

Our team combines extensive experience with innovation. You receive personalized, coordinated care from a multidisciplinary team that includes:

  • Physiatrists (physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians)
  • Physical therapists
  • Occupational therapists
  • Therapeutic recreation specialist
  • Care coordination
Progressive pre-prosthetic and prosthetic training

We support you at every stage of recovery, from pre-prosthetic preparation through advanced prosthetic training. Training focuses on improving your:

  • Ability to perform daily life activities
  • Balance and strength
  • Walking
  • Dexterity
  • Independence

For patients who are ready to advance their skills, Spaulding offers an intensive outpatient therapy program (BOOST Program) designed to maximize learning and performance with a new upper or lower limb prosthesis.

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Our approach
Our integrated care includes a variety of services and programs to improve function and quality of life after limb loss, including:
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Amputation rehabilitation services and programs

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services

    Access comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation care at Mass General Brigham and Spaulding Rehabilitation in Greater Boston.

  • Prosthetics & Orthotics Service

    Learn more about Mass General Brigham’s comprehensive Prosthetics and Orthotics Service, including custom orthotics for shoes, prosthetic limbs, and braces.

  • Physical Therapy

    Get physical therapy from a highly experienced team of specialists at Mass General Brigham. We help improve how you feel and move so you can live better.

  • Occupational Therapy

    Our advanced occupational therapy helps you manage daily activities after an illness or injury. Learn more about Mass General Brigham’s program.

  • Pain and Functional Restoration Program

    Get personalized pain management for musculoskeletal pain conditions, including back, neck, and joint problems.

  • Musculoskeletal (Orthopedic) Rehabilitation Program

    The Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Program at Spaulding Rehabilitation helps you recover from orthopedic injuries and conditions to return to daily life and the activities you enjoy. Learn more about our care.

  • Assistive Technology Program

    Explore assistive technology services at Mass General Brigham to support communication, mobility, cognition, and independence.

  • Wheelchair and Seating Clinic

    Get expert wheelchair and seating evaluations for all ages at Spaulding Rehabilitation. Personalized equipment, pressure mapping, and adaptive solutions to improve comfort and mobility.

  • Adaptive Sports Program

    Explore new sports or return to your favorite with Spaulding specialists. Improve body awareness, build strength, and stay active in a safe, supportive community.

  • Medical Rehabilitation Program

    Mass General Brigham’s medical rehab helps you build strength and function better when recovering from an illness or injury. Learn more to begin healing.

  • Therapeutic Recreation Service

    Explore therapeutic recreation services that use activity based care to support recovery, well being, and a return to meaningful leisure.

  • Neurological Rehabilitation Program

    Neurological rehabilitation at Spaulding involves skilled physical, occupational and speech/language therapy services for a range of neurological disorders. Learn more.

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Contact Amputation Rehabilitation

Call us to speak with a team member who can help you understand your options and guide you to the care that is right for you. With locations throughout New England and support for patients traveling from outside the United States, we make it easier to access coordinated, expert care.
Phone

Inpatient
617-952-5350

Outpatient
617-952-5050

International
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