Losing a limb is life-changing. How much life changes depends on variables that make the challenges facing each person unique. An amputation might be just a blip on the screen of life for some; for others, it may be like stepping into another world where even the most ordinary activities of daily life have to be rethought and relearned. The person undergoing an amputation is likely not alone in his or her transition. Not only is he or she affected, but to some extent so is everyone connected with that person, including his or her spouse or partner, children, other family members, friends, employers, and coworkers.
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