ATI Physical Therapy adds program for amputees

BOLINGBROOK - ATI Physical Therapy Monday announced the launch of new limb-loss specialty centers for patients who are scheduled to undergo limb-loss surgery or have experienced limb loss, the company said.

ATI initially launched a pilot program in Michigan with 15 ATI Centers of Excellence. Now, the program is available in more than 70 ATI specialty centers across Michigan, Illinois and Indiana with future plans to expand, ATI said.

"Amputation and limb loss can affect motor and functional ability, but they don't have to affect a patient's overall quality of life," said ATI's Francis Kosinski, senior vice president, Health Services.

ATI developed the physical therapy program in partnership with Hanger Clinic, a leading orthotic and prosthetic provider, to deliver patients individualized and compassionate care that improves functional outcomes and helps them navigate their new normal, ATI said.

According to the Amputee Coalition, a nonprofit limb loss advocacy organization, there are 2.1 million people now living with limb loss in the U.S., a number that is increasing by 507 per day and is expected to reach 3.6 million by 2050.