Ganga Mahat, EDD, RNBC

Treating a child with a congenital limb deficiency can be a challenge. It is imperative that the clinician care not only for the child, but the family, and cover not only physical health, but mental health and educational progress. Here are 11 tips to improve care in your practice.

Abnormalities of the limbs at birth can be devastating for the parents of a newborn. However, the primary care pediatrician, a rehabilitation team, and the family can help the child develop normal functioning and be independent.