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Post by journeyhome on Feb 11, 2015 19:26:32 GMT -7
So here we go. Wish me luck.
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Post by cherylm on Feb 12, 2015 0:41:18 GMT -7
All the best to you! Keep in mind that, while there will be some "break-in" time, a well fitted prosthesis will not hurt. If it does, keep after them for adjustments until things feel good and work well for you. And ask lots of questions!
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Post by Ann on Feb 12, 2015 1:22:00 GMT -7
Wow bet that feels great to be up and walking again Journey Home. I echo everything Cheryl says, break it in gently and dont be afraid to go back for adjustments if it feel you need them.
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Post by journeyhome on Feb 12, 2015 18:25:53 GMT -7
Thank you ladies! It already feels pretty good. Sort of like wearing a cowboy boot. I still have pain from the surgery but that is getting a tad bit better week to week. It's nerve pain. I'm going back in tomorrow for some adjustments and to get my permanent sleeves. I have the pin type prosthetic. I like it.
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Post by stonecutter on Feb 13, 2015 7:55:18 GMT -7
Right on! Keep up with the adjustments. Your residual limb will change fast, the socket doesn't change to accommodate by itself.
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Post by annanicole on Feb 13, 2015 13:43:06 GMT -7
Congratulations on your new leg! I'm but a few weeks ahead of you, once I started walking more in my leg, lol before I jacked it up, my nightly nerve storms really really reduced! So awesome. Took me until almost 10 weeks post op to not be exhausted all the time! Now at 15.5 weeks post op I feel normal. Crazy how long it seems, but how quick it actually is.....
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Post by journeyhome on Feb 19, 2015 18:03:12 GMT -7
I walked six steps today without my crutches! I got the final prosthetic today. This is the one I'll have forever after all of the adjustments they did. It feels good and fits good so far.
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Post by stonecutter on Feb 24, 2015 11:28:10 GMT -7
That's great news! Keep it up and keep us posted!
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