Experiencias psicosociales, funcionales y protésicas de pacientes con amputación transfemoral unilateral

Introduction: The amputation of a limb is a health problem that causes physical disability and psychosocial and functional implications that affect the quality of life of the person who must face this traumatic experience, while adapting to a new way of life. Objective: To explore the psychosocial, functional and prosthetic experiences of patients with single-sided transfemoral amputation. Methods: Qualitative – interpretive research of the experiences of people with transfemoral amputation; A structured interview was applied to the study sample made up of 13 patients who accepted their participation in the study through informed consent. Results and discussion: The psychosocial, functional and prosthetic component is a priority in the care and rehabilitation processes of the amputee patient. Patients report that an amputation is a catastrophic situation in the person's life and that the coping process depends on support networks and monitoring in the rehabilitation process, which will positively or negatively influence the return to activities. Daily Living (ADL) and reintegration and participation in the community. Conclusion: Living the experience of amputation of a limb or any part of the body is necessarily living a traumatic experience that leaves permanent marks on both the physical and mental body. As it is a traumatic event that affects the life of the person in general, it is essential to offer multidisciplinary interventions that help achieve an optimal level of quality of life in patients.