Amputations and Prosthetics

Back to LEO Introduction The well-managed...

Multiple Extremity Amputations LEOs with multiple extremity amputations, other than toes and fingers as noted above, are likely to have greater...

Upper Extremity Amputations Partial Amputation of Thumb at or Distal to Interphalangeal (IP) Joint...

Lower Extremity Amputations Leos Not Using Prostheses
Depending on the level of lower limb d...

Prosthesis-Related Issues Prosthesis Function
LEOs using a prosthesis should be required to ...

Appendix A: Discussion of Amputations I. Amputation and the Courts
The courts have viewed hi...

Appendix B: Evaluation of Law Enforcement Officers with Amputations Examination of the law enforcement officer (LEO) with an amputation involve...

Appendix C: Prosthetics Considerations Prosthetics continue to evolve in terms of functional capabilities, socket design, and increased opportu...

Physician Evaluation Form for Law Enforcement Officers with Amputations ...

Prosthetist Evaluation Form for Law Enforcement Officers who Utilize Prostheses ...

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