Rehabilitation of a quadruple amputee subsequent to electrical burns sustained whilst hang gliding

Purpose : The purpose of this article is to describe the management, diffic ulties encountered and level of independence achieved during the initial st age of a quadruple amputee's rehabilitation. Method: This is a case study of the rehabilitation of the first known perso n losing all four limbs due to electrocution whilst hang gliding. Results : The patient became a successful upper limb prosthetic user and re turned to work six hours a day. Full independence in activities of daily li ving was not achieved nor considered practical. Independent walking was acc omplished in physiotherapy, however an electric wheelchair remains the only functional means of mobility. Conclusion : The rehabilitation is described in detail to assist those mana ging such a rare and complex case.