Patient leaflets
- Lower limb amputation - information for patients (pdf)
- Transtibial prosthesis - information for patients (pdf)
- Transfemoral prosthesis - information for patients (pdf)
- Information for the public about physiotherapy following amputation of a lower limb (pdf) - bacpar.csp.org.uk
Psychological support
Your GP may offer psychosocial support with their practice or be able to refer you for support elsewhere.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford Health provides community and mental health support throughout Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Wiltshire and BaNES.
Samaritans
When life is difficult, Samaritans are here – day or night, 365 days a year. Whoever you are and whatever you’re facing, they won’t judge you or tell you what to do. They’re here to listen so you don’t have to face it alone.
Call free on 116 123 / email jo@samaritans.org
Oxfordshire Mind
Physical activity and health
We work with a number of external organisations that promote physical activity and health and wellbeing.
LimbPower
LimbPower is a national charity and National Disability Sports Organisation (NDSO) established to engage amputees and individuals with limb impairments in physical activity, sport and the arts to improve their quality of life and to aid lifelong physical, psychological and social rehabilitation.
