How Long Do Amputees Wear Prosthetics For Each Day??
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- Опубліковано 1 сер 2020
- How often do amputees wear their prosthetics? Do we sleep in them? Nap in them? Do we keep them on from dusk to dawn!? Here's my own answer!
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I took my leg off in a restaurant. When I was 10 or 11 we had breakfast in this restaurant in Rifle, Colorado. I ordered a 3 stack of pancakes not realizing they were *HUGE* but they were also *REALLY* good and I ate them all.
Now keep in mind, the waitress had no idea that I had a fake leg when she asked, "What did you do, put it in your wooden leg?"
I took off my leg, looked inside and said, "Nope."
She was, I think, a little shocked.
Pro tip: you can watch movies on Flixzone. I've been using them for watching loads of movies during the lockdown.
@Ezequiel Russell Yup, have been watching on Flixzone for years myself =)
I may go through the hustle of getting a prothseic leg so Could i have your Instagram account to ask u about it all, it would be a big help for me
You had me cracking up at putting your leg in the overhead bin on an airplane! Just tell people you paid extra for more leg room. Lol 😆
@Neon Gaming 5:17
Am I the only one who weirdly enjoys referring to that prosthetic leg as "this sucker" considering it stays on using vacuum?
“I had two meat legs at one point” made me cackle 😆
I loved that line too 😀😀😀
I may go through the hustle of getting a prothseic leg so Could i have your Instagram account to ask u about it all, it would be a big help for me
To me, I think your personal comfort should always take precedence wherever you are. If someone questions you when you take it off in a restaurant or coffee shop, just tell them you are on a date with your leg. In a plane, tell them you get double miles if it flies alone. Seriously, just be comfortable no matter what others may think. Have a great week Jo!
If I was in a cafe, air plain or other public places and saw an amputee take of their prosthetic I would be sooo fascinated and think it would be really cool. Thanks for educating me 😊
I wear my above knee computerized leg from about 8a till 10pm. Occasionally, I will take if off if I’m trying to nap during the day. I do have an old leg that I can put on in a flash at night if I have to get up.
I recommend people try to use their legs as much as possible. It’s a pity when I see people have a leg and not use it.
If it doesn’t fit, there needs to be intervention from the prosthetist.
Not always easy, but worth it.
Thank you for letting us into your life.
I heard "other balogna amputees" and felt super out of touch until I realized I misheard "below knee amputees"
lschizzle same here 😂😂
Same here
Same. I have subtitles on and it thought she said balogna aswell
I thought I was the only one😂
I’m a new amputee (BTK). These videos are so helpful so thank you. I’m still healing so the prosthetic fitting will be next month. I currently am using forearm crutches. Question: Can you run with a regular prosthetic or so you really need those special running U shaped feet?
Hey! I’m a below knee amputee too. I’ve been a below knee amputee for over 11 years. For people who are new to being an amputee it’s harder to run. But once you get better at walking (for me) it’s very easy to run. Above knee amputees have it harder. But other than that- yes you can run! You do not need the running foot. I don’t have a running foot and I do just fine.
Wishing you well!
I wear mine the whole 10 hours I’m at work. I wear mine the whole time I’m awake for the most part
Thank you for making this, Jo. I just got my first prosthetic leg (LBKA) a couple days ago and I was starting to get discouraged at my own slow progress. This helped manage my wildly unrealistic expectations. It's one thing hearing your prosthetist tell you what you should be able to manage, it's another entirely to hear it from someone who's been in your shoes..... eh, shoe.
It's easy for 'two-legged freaks' to criticize us. Walk a mile in my legs.
@@josephkosak1675 2 legged freaks
Is that what I'm called
Also try walking a mile in my arthritic legs
@@kaciisummer-leigh7846 not saying that. Talking about people with two legs offering unsolicited advice to leg amputees, not understanding what it is like to live life like this. I'm sorry you are going thru what you are and no, not suffering from arthritis, so I'm not giving you advice.
@@kaciisummer-leigh7846 and I was not talking about all people with two legs. Just the ones who fit my description from above.
I may go through the hustle of getting a prothseic leg so Could i have your Instagram account to ask u about it all, it would be a big help for me
I love how confident and secure you are with taking you prosthetic off in public. I’m an amputee and I hate not having my prosthetic on in public because it makes me feel vulnerable and handicapped even if all I’m doing is chilling.
I’ve watched 3 of your videos since having my leg amputated (BTK). I was touched by the way you reacted when you first walked with your prosthetic. I felt exactly the same way. Don’t want to on and on. However, this video also hit home for me. I recently wanted to remove my prosthetic in public, but was concerned about the reaction from others. I’m just getting used to wearing shorts in public. Thanks for your witty and thoughtful way of making this transition bearable.
You asked about someone who wears their prosthetic all day - I do. I'm an AK (above-knee amputee for those who are wondering), and put mine on in the morning, and take it off at night. Not necessarily recommended, but it works, and I am very thorough to inspect my residual limb carefully. Thanks for the videos!
Thank you for sharing. I’m an amateur writer whose main character is an amputee and this has just really helped me try to be more realistic in representing her.
I have a prosthetic leg and I took it off on a plane once, never again! It swelled so much I couldn’t get it back on. I had to whilst in the air get a hostess to get loads of ice and ice my leg for 15 minute intervals until it could reduce enough so I could get my leg back on. Just be aware! 😂
Hi Jo I just found your channel and find it great. I am a recent amputee (Oct 2019) and will be seeing my Dr. on Aug 20th to hopefully start the process of getting a prosthetic.
I just want to say thanks for opening your life to us and letting us see life from your angle.
Good luck from male 'Footless Joe'. RBKA on 12-1-2017 from necrotizing fasciitis.
I get my new and first amputee leg monday!Monday!! Excited!!
I could listen to you speak all day, very eloquent and descriptive narration of your personal experience and always smiling. Hugs from Greece🌺
Great video! One funny thing was when you said “below the knee amputees” really fast it sounded like “bologna amputees!” Around 7:17.
I am so greatful for finding your channel. I’m not an amputee, but I’m a disabled photographer and am finding myself relating to a lot of your videos. 🖤🖤🖤
Thank you for your "openess" answers to these questions. I got back from the hospital yesterday after having a right leg amputation below the knee. Your answer give me a beter perspective on what's ahead of me. Bless you.😁
I giggled so hard at the thought of you putting your leg in the overhead bin on a plane! I just traveled across the country a couple nights ago and spent a total of about 8.5 hours on planes, and as someone with a chronic pain condition that always flares up super bad in my lower extremities on flights, if I had the ability to remove my legs on a flight to ease the pain/discomfort I 100% would! You have the right (and even gift!) to make yourself more physically comfortable by taking off your leg, and shouldn't have to sit in unnecessary pain just to spare folks some "weirdness". Plus you have an endless supply of "leg room" jokes at your disposal haha. As long as you don't take off your leg and plop it in the lap of the person beside you, slightly breaking plane personal space etiquette, you're golden 😂
Hi Jo, It's been 3 weeks since my amputation below the left knee and my physiotherapist is starting pressure testing in preparation for my prosthetic. I will be getting my cast made for the prosthetic in about 3 weeks.
Thank you for the helpful videos. They provide good information and they are funny. I like to travel so your video on airport security was very informative.
Thanks again for this video Jo! I myself was curious about other amputees and how long they wore their prosthetic legs, whether they took off their leg on a plane or other public places, etc. I have now become more comfortable to take my leg off in public in a mall, on a plane, etc. And I notice that mostly no one really seems to care. I think little kids stare because they're curious but I think that's fine. I wear my leg these days about 10 hours or more a day and take off the leg at least a couple times. I also take my liner off at least once to let my residual leg breathe. Thanks for these "day in the life" vids Jo...they help me get perspective on what I do day after day and if there are better ways of doing things.
I'm a pilot. Lost my leg in Vietnam. When I go to the fuel pump next to the airport restaurant. I would park my plane in a way that it was broad side to the deck. If there were kids out there. When I got out of the plane I would have my leg fall off. Then look at the deck. I would hear "mom did you" the mom would say, "shhhhhh. I make the best out of it. You have to. I wear my leg from the time I get up to when I go to bed. It's been that way for over 50 years. Just do what you can and have fun with it. semper fi
Thanks. God bless you
I recently started watching your videos.
I’m a bi-lateral AKA (starting last October)
I wish there were people on UA-cam that had videos like yours, but were a little more relatable to a double amputees life.
I can relate to some of the issues you face!
Thanks..you're inspirational to me...helps me know that I can do it 💪 🙂
God bless Footless Jo 🙏🙏🏾
Love from Rep Ireland 🥰
2:15 I do exist. I wear my leg all day every day, usually. Sometimes after a really brutal hike I have to take it off to drain the blood, then leave it off for a few days.
But yea, it feels good to take it off at the end of the day.
Nothing beats that taking the leg off feeling at the end of the day 🙌🏻
@@bluedeva Sex beats it, but it is a close thing.
Enjoy you sharing your life with u s.
For the most part, my leg is on 14 hours a day. I have the BOA fit and that makes life comfortable. RBK February 2019
Am thinking of getting a prothseic leg so Could i ask u some questions?
I'm an above the knee amputee, and have a left prosthetic leg. It is very cumbersome to wear it in my house, so I leave it off while at home, and move about in my wheelchair. If I was a below the knee like you, I would definitely wear a prosthesis in my house more.
I'm been here since day 1 I'm so proud of how far you have come I'm a artist so can I draw you lots of love acacia
I do not have a prosthetic, but I do not think that there is anything weird or strange about taking a prosthetic of to rest your body. One thing I will say is that I am amazed to see people overcome and adapt.
One day I was in Lowes and came out to the parking lot and I saw a lady with a prosthetic leg and was so amazed that she walked normal with it and was doing everything a person with 2 meat legs would do. I am one of the people that loves to see people who overcome adversity.
I caught myself staring at her, but not because she was missing a leg, but was so amazed at how well she got around on it. When I realized I was staring at her I just wanted to tell her how amazed I was but then felt bad that I was staring and just walked off.
You're so pretty and your hair is looking especially beautiful ♡
Interesting video.
Good vid love it
I'm glad you're deciding to prioritize your comfort and take it off when you need to in public
I’ve written before. I’m a bilateral BKA and I wear my legs from the moment I wake up til the moment I go to bed at night. Although, sometimes I’ll remove them during the day if the is a problem.
1hank you for being you. PORT PERRY ONTARIO CANADA
You're looking beautiful today Jo, I hope you are doing well! Sending lots of love your way as always 💜💜
Love you and all your fur babies.😍
I think that a prosthetic is the like wearing a shoe some people wear them all day some hate them
Thanx for a new part of the story! I guess my reaction to a woman/girl handling her leg would depend on wether she wore a skirt/dress or trousers as I guess the refitting up a narrow leg of the trousers could be a big problem where refitting under a skirt or dress is a summerbreeze.
I am above knee amputee and I usually wear my leg around 8 hours a day maybe when I am at home, doing errands, going to the supermarket, stuff like that. I would usually take it off as soon as everything is done. I work 12 hour shifts in an office and I am out of home ca 14 hours, so usually I'd wear my leg then for ca 16-17 hours which is then fosho enough !! I've been am Amputee for 32 years already and would sometimes take 1 crutch in one hand, hop on my left leg and carry a few things in the other hand. Not to be recommended with coffee cups or full tea pots, lol. Obviously because my leg is longer with a full socket and electronic knee joint it's not as easy to remove as a bk leg. I would not that in a restaurants, but did that last year when I went to the beach and it was just too hot to sit there and enjoy the sun only. I also took off my leg on a long haul flight from Edinburgh - London - San Francisco a few years ago, well on the long part between London and SF, the same on my way back home. I sat in a 3 seat row and at the window and it took me a while to gather all my courage and warned him, that I am an Amputee and will take off my leg, lol. He said I shall do whatever makes me comfy :) 2 hour flights can be uncomfortable at some point, but I just try to cope with them.
Thank You!
Posting on Facebook...
These comments are fucking hysterical oh my god!!! You guys are hilarious I love it!
Watching with my 7 year old who's never seen a prosthetic leg / arm etc...
Questions a 7 year old has: What happens if she bumps it, will she have to cut off more?How did they cut it off, with a saw? Does it hurt? What happens if she is on a ship and the ship sinks, will she drown as she can't swim with that leg? How does she put on trousers? Can she drive a car?
I thought he had a few very good questions and I hope I could answer them correctly :D
I am awake by 5:50 am and the second thing I do (the first is coffee☕️) is ice my leg (I am still having major socket fit issues ☹️). Then I put my prosthetic leg on......at around 7am. I take it off again a little over four hours later to ice. Then I keep it on until around 4:30pm, at which point I take it off and ice again. Then the leg is on until I get in the shower, just before bed, at around 9:45pm, and stays off until the next morning where I do it all over again. After 14 months of being an amputee and 10 months of having a prosthetic, I am not yet to the point where I can keep in on all day. I am hoping that I will get to there soon, but after already having gone through four sockets in nine months, I am less optimistic than I was six months ago.
I am a bilateral below knee amputee, right leg 2006, left leg 2009. I put my legs on in the morning and off at bed. Sleeping with prosthetics is like sleeping with logs, lol! If they bother me during the day, they come off. My particular leg system is gel sleeves with pins which are inserted into a hardened resin socket with a built in release button on the side.
So I am up around 16 hours a day and I wear my prosthetic between 9 and 11 hours a day. Take it off when watching tv or riding in the car for more than a few minutes. Mostly for comfort. 58 year male from Hazleton, Pennsylvania. RBKA on 12-1-2017 from necrotizing fasciitis. I'm also 'Footless Joe' 😀😀😀
hey Jo, love your content ! I have a silly question ^^' could you go to the beach with the prosthetics? (walk on sand etc/could it get wet) ? thank you
I usually wear my leg all day but I definitely have to take at least 1 no leg day a week to let my leg recover. If I take my leg off and try to put it on I may not be able to to actually get it back on as I have huge volume fluctuations 😖 so for me when it on, it’s on for the day (approx 10-14 hours). If I’m having a high energy day I normally reduce the time to let my leg recover. Also I’m an AK so it’s kinda difficult to take my leg off discretely. Unfortunately my leg broke and my limb centre was closed during lockdown so had to switch to a wheelchair full time until I could get my leg in for repair and switch to a loaner. Only problem now I have to build up my leg on time again and stamina which is frustrating but it won’t be long until I get back to wearing it all day. When I used to wear a hard socket I could only ever manage a couple of hours before the volume fluctuations went crazy which was so annoying and unreliable. Building up the wear time its best to go slow, at your own pace and tolerance. Don’t rush it 🤗🤗
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Have a below knee amputation (bka). Depends on the day and how I am feeling. Some days I wear them 14-16 hours a day. Sometimes I take mine off every time I sit down for a few hours.
Interesting. Be Well.
Totally secondary but long hair looks beautiful on you!
I love your hair and make up today.
“Bolonga amputee”
Calm down JO it will be ok . Trust in God jo it will be OK. He dose everything for a reason. Happy Thanksgiving Jo. You will be 😊 happy.
AHHHH YOUR DOGGO LOOKS JUST LIKE MY ABBY!!!
Does the pressurisation of flying affect the suction on your leg?
Ailsa Main yes massively
bluedeva would it be painful? Or would it just not sit properly?
Ailsa Main if you take the leg off on the flight the leg will swell up and so you may not be able to put the leg back on when you land. You could keep your leg on for the whole flight but it would be uncomfortable sitting for long periods of time as the liner can be be restricting blood flow so if you do it is best to get up from your seat a couple of times and walk up and down the aisle and make sure to drink plenty of fluids to prevent blood clots. Some good things though You are allowed a free medical bag to keep all of your prosthetic bits and meds safe and separate from your carry on 😉 and you can ask for assistance to help you get to customs and the gate quicker to save you walking miles. They also sometimes allow you to be first on to the plane so you don’t have to rush getting yourself sat in your chair. hope this helps 🤗
bluedeva interesting to know thank you
I have a leg with the spike lock on the silicone sock about the last 6 months I got some socks for amputees there not quite as thick as the shrinker sock is I wear them most of the time or the shrinker one now I’ve been wearing them or the shrinker underneath the silicone sock it’s working out great my stump isn’t getting soaked with sweat even in hot weather I also cut one of the silicone socks off about 3 inches above my knee crawling around underneath my truck getting up with the shorter silicone sock I did pull my leg off but walking around I haven’t had any problems with it being shorter with the shrinker underneath I still have a couple long ones if needed now my stump has shrunk a bunch so most of the time I will ware a heavy sock over the silicone one and sometimes even that is a little lose so I had to cut another sock for the bottom of my stump about 6 inches high because I can’t get my leg on with 3 socks on but 2 is still lose at the bottom and 3 I can’t get my stump in over half way. But with the other sock or the shrinker underneath the silicon sock I haven’t had any skin problem with my skin ingrown hairs or any problems the silicone sock gets a little fussy but it’s always dry it’s sticky when I washed it but it doesn’t collect dirt or hair or anything it’s just dry like a big rubber band it not sticky like after you wash it but it doesn’t fall off even though it’s shorter. I take my leg off when on the bed and most of the time when I’m in my hammock but I put it on every time I get up now a lot of the time I won’t put on the silicone sock unless I’m going to walk a lot wit the shrinker and a heavy sock and sometimes I’ll stuff part of my pants leg into my prosthetics and it enough to hold it on to go to the bathroom or the kitchen for something with the shorter silicone sock and leaving the shrinker on I can stick my leg on in around 5 to 10 seconds where if I pull everything off and turn the longer silicone sock inside out roll it on then the sock on top then put on my prosthetic leg I’ve went from around ten seconds to a couple of minutes and then when taking it off. You push the button unlocking the leg then rolling down the silicone sock washing it is a pain in the sink so I mostly sprayed it down with alcohol using some coconut fiber towels with no lint wipe the sock dry turning it right side out then hanging it up to dry to hang them what I do is I have some magnets 🧲 they’re about the size of a quarter with a loop mounted on them they will hold about 90 pounds I stick the spike on the end of the sock through the hole and I have some small close pins I clip on the ridges on the spike then I just stick the magnet on anything metal like the side of the stove fridge or the metal cabinets I have now this takes 10 to 15 minutes plus washing and drying my stump every time I took off my leg but I don’t have to do all that with the shrinker or the other sock underneath the silicone sock because unless it’s really hot my stomp isn’t all sweaty when I pull off the silicone sock I don’t dump out 1/2 to 1 cup of sweat out after pulling it off of my stump and I don’t have to put down towels to mop up all the sweat because my stump is dry just like when you take off your shoes yes sometimes when it really hot and you’ve been working out hard but not every time like without the sock or the shrinker underneath so this way it’s around 5 to 10 maybe 15 seconds to put on my leg and about 20 to 30 seconds to take it off and hanging everything up with out the sock underneath this goes from 30 seconds to around 15 to 30 minutes. And your washing your stomp like your other leg whenever your taking a bath not every time you pull off your leg and I’m not having problems with skin infection because of my leg sitting in a silicone sock soaking in sweat all day or how ever long you were waring it for me that was anything over around 20 minutes. Think of your stump like your little baby it happiest when it’s clean warm and above all dry you wouldn’t want to ware a wet diaper all day and your stump doesn’t enjoy it either
Are you able to keep the crutches nearby for those emergency times when you just don't have time or don't feel like putting it back on inside the house?
U are so good girl
Awe! Love your fur baby. I have a German Shephard myself. He my baby lol. Love him so much. I had a female before I had my kids even and she was sadly killed from the mass dog food poisoning from China, sadly we didn't even know about the recall until after she and my hubby's border collie both passed away unexpectedly within abt 2 weeks. We were heartbroken. We them adopted my male German Shepard omen and he is such a sweet boy. He will never take the place of my girl faith but he's deff in the same soft spot in my ❤.
When the gyms arent closed, I typically have it on from 430am- 830pm, I dont enjoy that, it takes a major physical toll, but I have young kids and a work 50hrs a week. My prosthetist calls me an extremist. I try to keep it off on sunday mornings to heal up. I image as I get older and heal slower, I will have to take my foot off the gas a bit.
I wear my leg a lot if I am not having any problems with it. Like when I first got my suction system I wore it for 8 hours at least. But now I am needing another one so I try not to wear it much as it hurts my Tibia. Wish I was up there to see your leg guys and get one like yours
I know what you mean. I’ve had an AK for 38 years and heck, my daily routine changes depending on how things fit that day.
Everything is a compromise, but that’s life. I know it’s quite different with a BK, the way your weight is borne by the prosthesis.
I already see by your videos how different, yet similar your challenges are. I hope your pressure points toughen up and make
daily life less inconvenient for you. Rock On, Girl💪
Joe, your videos are really inspirational for me, i am not an amputee.. but also very informational coz my father in law is an amputee now... since 10 days ago.. he still doesn't have a prosthetic leg.. but we're planning to get one.. just waiting for the stitches to come off and the leg to heal or take the final form from what i understand.. i been watching every video to get all the info i can to help him feel better and care for his leg properly .. we've never been in that situation before so alot we don't know.. could you please explain more how to care for the leg/skin daily after it heals and while/before/after wearing prosthetics? i know you mentioned some like cleaning all the time, watching for sores.. i just need all the info i might need to tell him.. coz i don't even know what to ask or search for on Google.. a reply or a video if possible about it would really help us out alot.. hope you see this comment and sorry for the long read.. stay strong and never loose that perfect adorable smile... yes it's not my personal experience but i am living it from very close view so i can feel how hard it is though you make it seem so easy and not the end of the world and that's what people like me and my family needed to realise .. I can't thank you enough for doing what you do ❤️
oh PS: he is diabetic and one thing led to another, blood wasn't reaching the extremeties, open sores that won't heal, failed bypass, amputation... in case that makes a difference in how to care for the limb... i am sorry if i sounded rude or said any expressions i shouldn't, English is my second language i am Egyptian.. just so u know i don't mean it if i sounded anything but grateful, and confused
When you wash you prosthetic, does it lose its stickiness??? Also your are so amazing!! Love the videos!❤️❤️
I think it would be a great teaching moment for my little ones, to see someone say sitting at Starbucks and see you or anyone else that is a bit different. Don't be afraid to be your self.
Ever since someone else said “bologna amputee”, I now can’t unhear it!
I myself is an above knee amputee, I usually put them on only if I'm going out of my house doing something important, like going to a party. the rest of the time I'd prefer lying on the sofa, drawing, or writing.
Ahhh sorry I keep commenting this but could we have a video on anxiety? On either channel but I'm sure it would be greatly appreciated ❤❤
your dog is so sweet
🙏🏾♥️🙏🏾♥️🙏🏾♥️🙏🏾prayers to you jo
So does Brian ever say "Hop to it!" to you?
Not gonna lie there is a lot of perks being an amputee
Like your prosthetic is a great self defense tool
And you get really good at hopping
and lol 😂 it’s a good way to scare people
(: lol hope y’all have a good day
what is on the top of your carbon fiber on the edge ? that has to help with protection of the sleeve .. i dont have that on mine .. I get tears in my sleeve because of the edge rubbing .. thank you
cute dog!
Okay so I'm somewhat new to your channel but listening to this while crafting I thought I heard "bologna amputee" and since you say meat leg i didn't realize I had heart it wrong for a sec
Have you heard about tmr surgery for thantomn pain.
You have the same liner as my uncle he’s also an amputee
My children's grandmother was an amputee. She taught them at a young age about it. One of their favorite memories of her was waving her leg goodbye in the window. Just a silly thing I wanted to share.
5:56 Children are usually accepting and not bothered by what adults do. They may ask questions, a straight answer that your leg hurts would work.
What happened to your Achilles tendon when you got your amputation? Or did they already so something to it when you got your ankle fused?
I am a below knee amputee too. Usually I have my leg on for around 9-12 hours per day. I am getting surgery soon- would you know if I could be more “jumpy” or hop around? lol. It’s a tibia straightening surgery. Just wanna know! I know you didn’t have the same surgery but you’ve just had a cast on before sooo.. Yep!
I know partial teeth and limbs are completely different but I have partials and I understand. I usually put them in when I'm ready to eat and sometimes take them out sooner rather them later.
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Did you have your dogs and cats when you had your natural leg if so what was there reaction when you come home with no leg and then when you got your prosthetic leg I would love to know how they reacted and what breeds and how many do you have and I thank you for all the information because I thought either you used one or you did not but I did not know about all the other stuff you have to do
why dont you get the bone intergreated one they do them here in australia , heaps better than the cup
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At Airport check-ins do you have to take your leg off to go thru the metal detector.
What do you do if you’re in public and you find an issue with your skin or if you’re on a plane and you take your leg off but can’t get it back on because of swelling?
What sort of differences are there in wearing a prosthetic for amputees and for people who were born without a fully formed limb? I'm thinking of the Australian comedian Adam Hills, who was born without a foot and wears a prosthetic.
I’d be really worried about your prosthetic on a plane. My legs swell like crazy on planes so I would assume yours would too and with the pressure changes I would be worried about that hurting your leg. Will your body adjust to wearing a prosthetic with time? Such as being sore after a hike, will your body get used to it and stop being so sore after activity or will it always be difficult?
Phantom pain how do u deal with it