There has been improved early emergency and critical care management, new surgical techniques, early rehabilitation, prosthesis fitting and design. First Aid 1. Check victims air way. If necessary, begin CPR or bleeding control. Calm and reassure the victim.
Amputation is extremely painful and frightening.
Control bleeding by applying direct pressure on the wound and elevating the leg. Remove contaminated material but do not attempt to clean the wound. Put severed part in plastic bag and if possible, put the bag on ice or in a cool spot. This way, the the body part can stay viable for about 18 hrs. Without cooling, it will only stay viable for about 4-6 hours.