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Post by elliott on May 1, 2015 14:48:12 GMT -7
Hello everyone.
I'm a cancer patient in remission (adamantinoma), it's been 2 years since my first operation and have exhausted all my options and am waiting for a transtibial amputation.
Any advise about the surgery and recovery would be very much appreciated.
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Post by cherylm on May 2, 2015 3:15:24 GMT -7
Hi, elliott, and welcome to our little "club." Sorry to hear that you've reached the amputation point in your journey. I've been a transtibial amp for just over 10 years...there are quite a few of us here, so go ahead and ask any questions you may have. Someone is very likely to have experience to share!
I can tell you that it's probably a good thing that you have time to prepare for this surgery. It's going to change your life in any number of ways, but it's quite possible to live a full and active life one-legged. Do work closely with your surgeon and anesthesiologist to do all you can to go into the operating room pain-free and that you stay pain-free immediately thereafter...that can do a lot prevent problems with phantom pains in the future. And start now to build up your upper body strength and core muscles...it will save you a lot of time and trouble once you embark on your recovery! If you're offered physical therapy, take every bit you can and work hard at it...a good physical or occupational therapist can be a godsend in helping you sort out what you want to do and how you can do it.
Good luck with your upcoming surgery!
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