Exploring UK clinician perceptions of through-knee amputation compared to above-knee amputation: a mixed methods study

Current TKA surgery and rehabilitation practice is based on personal opinions, assumptions, or "accepted wisdom" and lacks an underpinning evidence base. Overall, opinions of TKA are divided, with conflicting views between different professional groups, highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary decision-making.Implications for rehabilitationThrough-knee amputation has advantages and disadvantages compared to above-knee amputation which have been observed in clinical practice.Decision regarding level of amputation should involve multiple members of the multidisciplinary team.Lack of amputation pathway guidance and communication barriers prevent effective multidisciplinary collaboration.