for which services are available are amputations, polio, and spinal cord injury. Six organizations provide artificial limbs primarily for people with lower limb amputations, and braces for children with polio. Some of these organizations have physical therapy assistants who provide training in the use of the appliances. In Peshawar a rehabilitation centre for people with spinal cord injuries accepts approximately 50 Afghans. Wheelchairs and braces are provided for those who need them. Two organizations produce wheelchairs from materials available locally, one in Peshawar and one in Quetta. Two organizations try to provide services for people with other types of locomotor disabilities, such as cerebral palsy. These services consist of advice from physical therapy assistants for exercises or functional activities. However, the staff of these two organizations spend most of their time either with children who have polio or with amputees. Also, there is almost no follow-up or support to the family to continue a rehabilitation programme. One organization provides training for blind people in activities of daily living and mobility. In Kabul the rehabilitation services also focus on locomotor and visual disabilities. There are two centres which provide artificial limbs and braces, as well as physical therapy services. People with other types of locomotor disabilities, especially children with cerebral palsy, can receive physical therapy services in two additional hospitals. Any rehabilitation services which were available some years ago outside Kabul have most likely been disrupted. At present one organization has established an orthopaedic workshop in Herat Province to provide artificial limbs and braces along with physical therapy services. 17 2. Recommendations The development of manpower is needed for strengthening the present rehabilita­ tion services and developing additional services. Afghan personnel should be trained for services wherever they are located, and for carrying on the services under a national plan after political stability is established. Immediate Action 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on the availability and provision of rehabilitation services, including artificial limbs, braces, and physical therapy, for individuals with disabilities in Afghanistan. The services are mainly related to locomotor and visual disabilities, with some organizations providing training for blind people and others with cerebral palsy. The text does not discuss economic development, natural resources, or environmental issues, and it is not related to agriculture, industry, transport, communication, international trade, or science and technology. The services are primarily focused on addressing humanitarian needs, and the text highlights the need for strengthening and developing rehabilitation services in the country.

**Category**
Health, Humanitarian aid and relief