ICF and Longevity with Saphenus

It is likely that not everyone will be familiar with the ICF classification, despite its existence since 2001. ICF stands for International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health. The WHO introduced this classification system, which can be used to describe and classify the current functioning of every person (or their impairment). What is particularly interesting is the state of health and the conditions associated with it. It is not classified by person, but refers to the person’s body as well as to the specific situation. This could be a particular workplace, the current place of residence or the home environment, where a person’s functional disabilities become visible.
I’d like to know what this has to do with amputations and longevity. There are many systemic interconnections, and they are significant. An amputee is the perfect example of how a disability can be functional. A turning point in a person’s life affects their pursuit of longevity. This has a significant impact on not only the person affected, but also those around them.

It is crucial to facilitate the swift reintegration of individuals with disabilities into social activities. They must be enabled to lead healthy, happy lives again.

This systemic classification is becoming increasingly established in rehabilitation centres and clinics, and it aligns perfectly with the Saphenus philosophy. Holistic therapy and allowing the bionic principles to work to their full potential, for example, when it comes to the regenerative power of vibration therapy. The brain can accept a new foot that is just as good as the old one at supplying peripheral sensitivity thanks to its amazing ability to adapt. The key to success is reducing phantom pain.

And getting rid of pain, ideally in many ICF-compliant environments to compensate for functional disability, leads to a new good and happy life.