Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 21, Issue 2 , Pages 160-176 , April 2008

Managing the Upper Extremity Amputee: A Protocol for Success

  • Lisa M. Smurr, OTR/L, CHT (CPT)

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence and reprint requests to Lisa M. Smurr, OTR/L, CHT, United States Army Health Clinic – Schofield Barracks, Schofield Barracks, 95-1007 Kuauli St. #144 Mililani, HI 96789.

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 Disclaimer: The views expressed in this abstract/article are those of the author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.

PII: S0894-1130(07)00163-9

doi: 10.1197/j.jht.2007.09.006

Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 21, Issue 2 , Pages 160-176 , April 2008

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