{"id":109662,"date":"2022-02-10T16:19:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-10T16:19:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maryfreebed.com\/?post_type=conditions&#038;p=109662"},"modified":"2025-12-12T15:50:36","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T15:50:36","slug":"amputation","status":"publish","type":"conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.maryfreebed.com\/kids\/conditions\/amputation\/","title":{"rendered":"Amputation"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"menu_order":16,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":""},"tags":[705,568,830,831,707,709],"modal_window":[16,405],"class_list":["post-109662","conditions","type-conditions","status-publish","hentry","tag-above-knee-amputation","tag-amputation","tag-amputation-kids","tag-amputation-rehabilitation","tag-below-knee-amputation","tag-upper-extremity-amputation","modal_window-kids-conditions-services","modal_window-kids-nav-conditions-and-services"],"acf":{"kids_branding":true,"title_override":"Amputation","individual_page_toggle":false,"overview_tab":{"tab_title":"","body_sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"wysiwyg","section_options":{"wrapper_width":"","custom_class":"","section_id":""},"content_editor":"<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Pediatric Amputation Rehabilitation at Mary Free Bed Kids<\/span><\/h2>\r\nChildren and teens who experience limb loss deserve compassionate care, advanced technology and a team dedicated to helping them return to the activities they love. At Mary Free Bed Kids, our pediatric-focused, family-centered amputation rehabilitation team provides expert care for babies, children, adolescents and teens\u2014supporting them every step of the way, from acute recovery to long-term independence.\r\n\r\nWhether limb loss occurs because of a congenital limb difference, traumatic injury, illness or cancer treatment, each child\u2019s journey is unique. Our mission is to make recovery feel hopeful and achievable. With specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation for patients age 18 and younger, we create individualized care plans that support growth, development and long-term independence.\r\n\r\nEstablished in 1946, the center was the nation\u2019s first pediatric amputee clinic. 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Inpatient rehabilitation is ideal for kids who need a more intensive level of medical and therapeutic support.\r\n\r\nThe inpatient rehabilitation schedule includes:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Daily <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryfreebed.com\/specialties\/physical-therapy\/\">physical<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryfreebed.com\/specialties\/occupational-therapy\/\">occupational therapy<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Play-centered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryfreebed.com\/specialties\/specialty\/recreational-therapy\/\">recreational therapy<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Emotional and psychological support<\/li>\r\n \t<li>School programming to keep your child on track academically<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAs children progress, outpatient rehabilitation helps them continue building strength, mobility, coordination, and confidence.\r\n\r\nOutpatient therapy may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Prosthetic or gait training<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Strength and endurance development<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Aquatic therapy<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Participating in adaptive sports<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nEvery program is designed to help your child regain independence and return to activities they enjoy\u2014whether that\u2019s school, sports or play.\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Why Choose Mary Free Bed Kids<\/span><\/h2>\r\nFamilies choose Mary Free Bed Kids because we offer a depth of pediatric expertise rarely found in one location. Our outcomes consistently show that children in our program make strong gains in mobility, independence and prosthetic use.\r\n\r\nWe\u2019re home to seven board-certified pediatric physiatrists\u2014an experienced team with more than 100 years of combined expertise caring for children with complex medical and orthopedic needs.\r\n\r\nWe also offer advanced pediatric rehabilitation technology including:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Gait-tracking systems<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Virtual reality balance tools<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Body-weight support<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Adaptive therapy equipment designed specifically for children<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWith access to Helen DeVos Children\u2019s Hospital specialists located on our shared campus, your child benefits from coordinated, comprehensive medical care.\r\n\r\nFor families traveling to Grand Rapids, the Mary Free Bed Inn provides convenient, comfortable lodging just steps from our hospital so parents can stay close during inpatient rehabilitation."},{"acf_fc_layout":"video_row","section_options":{"wrapper_width":"","custom_class":"","section_id":""},"video_row":{"vid_holder":{"youtube_id":"","image":125148},"text_holder":{"subtitle":"","title":"Tough Like a Monster Truck: Kaden\u2019s Recovery After Losing His Legs to Strep and Flu","content":"","button":{"title":"Watch Now","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PtObMnzQR2o","target":"_blank"}}}},{"acf_fc_layout":"wysiwyg","section_options":{"wrapper_width":"","custom_class":"","section_id":""},"content_editor":"<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Prosthetic Support for Growing Children<\/span><\/h2>\r\nChildren grow quickly\u2014and their prosthetic devices must grow with them. Our pediatric-trained prosthetists and therapists work closely with families to ensure each child\u2019s prosthesis fits well, supports their activity level and encourages confidence in movement. As your child grows, we revise, refit or replace devices to match developmental milestones and lifestyle changes. Training includes first-time prosthetic use, adaptive sports prosthetics and school-readiness skills, ensuring children can comfortably and confidently participate in activities they love.\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Emotional, Social &amp; Family Support<\/span><\/h2>\r\nChildren grow quickly\u2014and their prosthetic devices must grow with them. Our pediatric-trained prosthetists and therapists work closely with families to ensure each child\u2019s prosthesis fits well, supports their activity level and encourages confidence in movement. As your child grows, we revise, refit or replace devices to match developmental milestones and lifestyle changes. Training includes first-time prosthetic use, adaptive sports prosthetics and school-readiness skills, ensuring children can comfortably and confidently participate in activities they love.\r\n\r\nEmotional, Social &amp; Family Support\r\n\r\nAmputation affects more than physical mobility\u2014it can impact a child\u2019s sense of identity, confidence and emotional well\u2011being. Our psychologists, social workers and child life specialists help children and families adjust through developmentally appropriate coping tools, peer support programs and therapeutic play.\r\n\r\nFamilies also receive guidance on:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>\u00a0Returning to school<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Communicating with teachers and classmates<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Accessing community resources like support groups and adaptive sports<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Returning to School &amp; Community Life<\/span><\/h2>\r\nWe understand how important it is for children to feel included and supported when they return to school, sports, and community activities. Our team collaborates with teachers, coaches, and school staff to ensure a smooth and confident transition. This may include school visits, classroom education, transportation planning, physical education recommendations and support for participation in sports and extracurricular activities.\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Schedule Pediatric Amputation Care<\/span><\/h2>\r\nYour child deserves the highest level of pediatric rehabilitation expertise. At Mary Free Bed Kids, we combine specialized medical care, advanced technology and a compassionate team dedicated to helping children grow stronger every day. We\u2019re here to support your family at every step of the journey.\r\n\r\nReady to begin? 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