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Post by aliddle on Apr 8, 2018 10:50:03 GMT -7
Hi everyone!
I am 24 and a fairly new amputee. I had a knee disarticulation at the end of 2017. I am looking for others that have had a KD done who can offer up some advice! I look forward to reading and connecting!
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Post by cherylm on Apr 8, 2018 23:46:28 GMT -7
Hi, aliddle, and welcome! I'm not a KD...just a below-knee with a really short stump...but I'm sure you'll encounter folks who can offer advice. Feel free to look around, read some of the threads, and ask any questions that come to mind.
Actually, I came close to becoming a KD about 18 months ago. I had a revision surgery to remove what amounted to a little over half of my previous stump being sacrificed to an infection. So what I now have experience with is knee instability...doubt that's much help for you, but Iam a good listener!
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Post by stonecutter on Apr 9, 2018 8:40:17 GMT -7
Welcome to the forum! LBK here... like cherylm - we are very good listeners! How's it going with your recovery?
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Post by donj307 on Apr 15, 2018 16:59:32 GMT -7
Hi everyone! I am 24 and a fairly new amputee. I had a knee disarticulation at the end of 2017. I am looking for others that have had a KD done who can offer up some advice! I look forward to reading and connecting! Hey forgive me for been nosey. But is knee disarticulation the same as through knee amputation? Its what I'm considering and would love any feedback. |
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Post by snowyh on Apr 18, 2018 15:27:59 GMT -7
I'm not sure what a "through knee amputation" is, but a disarticulation is the separation of the bones at a joint, without having to cut any bones. Don, if you're considering this type of amputation, ask your surgeon to explain exactly the type of amp he/she suggests and any alternatives.
Helen
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Post by donj307 on Apr 18, 2018 15:41:07 GMT -7
I'm not sure what a "through knee amputation" is, but a disarticulation is the separation of the bones at a joint, without having to cut any bones. Don, if you're considering this type of amputation, ask your surgeon to explain exactly the type of amp he/she suggests and any alternatives. Helen That sounds the same. It is how it sounds its through the knee. I think its the same as a disarticulation. Which is why I messaged you just for advise. If iv got it wrong and you haven't I apologise. Thanks for responding though  |
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