Continuous perineural infusions of local anesthetic are a safe and effective method for reducing post-amputation opioid analgesic medications after major lower limp amputation.

This paper uses a post-structuralist lens to explore the nature of power relationships within the patient-physical therapist relationship. To ground the discussion, I begin with an overview of the salient aspects of the traditional evolution of Western medicine. I then draw from the philosophy/history of Foucault to challenge traditional thinking and consider the applications to physiotherapy. The analysis reveals that the application of a Foucauldian frame of reference has the potential of modifying the therapeutic relationship to one that is more equitable as opposed to the hierarchical one. I conclude with a discussion of the implications for the development and education of physiotherapists.

Given the established complications relating to long indwelling times and recent Food and Drug Administration guidelines, a multidisciplinary and systematic follow-up protocol needs to be implemented to optimize filter retrieval rates and to ensure exemplary quality of care.