Mental health is strongly associated with capability after lower extremity injury treated with free flap limb salvage or amputation

This study adds to the growing body of knowledge that physical health is best regarded through the lens of the bio-psycho-social model in which mental health is a strong determinant. This study supports making mental health an important aspect of rehabilitation after major lower extremity injury, regardless of amputation or limb salvage.
Source: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research