This was a question I was asked today by someone online.. a very common problem for amputees. So I thought I would address the topic in today’s video update.
Continue reading “Day 3 post BKA: do I get phantom limb pain?”Month: October 2020
Think before you speak…
You have no idea what their back story is. You have no idea what journey they have walked, the places they have been or the darkness they have encountered. Think before you speak.
Continue reading “Think before you speak…”2 days post op: Left BKA
Today was all about muscle activation and pain control. I’m determined to not have the same muscle wastage issue as I had post knee replacement. Plus we need a plan for when they turn off the epidural.
Continue reading “2 days post op: Left BKA”Below the knee amputation: 1 day post op
Today I had a visit from the surgeon and the physio. I feel very reassured by the physio visit and excited to get started. Sadly, bed rest till Tuesday though 😪
Continue reading “Below the knee amputation: 1 day post op”I made it: below the knee amputation day
I have to be honest, the stress of this really hit me this morning and I kinda came apart at the seams. I’m so grateful for the support of Mark who was there all the way to the theatre doors.