COVID‐19: A catalyst for change in virtual health care utilization for persons with limb loss

The dramatic uptake of virtual care, or telehealth, utilization because of COVID‐19 restrictions for persons with limb loss has led to a much greater understanding of this health care delivery method for this complex patient population. However, much is still unknown. Therefore, the authors provide a comprehensive literature review of existing evidence for virtual care delivery across the phases of amputation rehabilitation, as well as anecdotal evidence, to provide a platform for further discussion and development of research and innovative opportunities. Evidence reveals that virtual care serves as a complement to in‐person health care for individuals with limb loss because it allows for increased accessibility to these services. The authors conclude that continued use of telehealth beyond the COVID‐19 restrictions to optimize outcomes across the continuum of care for persons with limb loss is warranted.