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Day 9 post BKA: a tricky hospital transfer

Late last night I was transferred to my local hospital. And the transfer didn’t quite as smoothly as it should. But the bonus is, I’m now close to home so more of my friends can visit!

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Author MelaniePosted on 17/10/202018/10/2020Categories amputationTags amputation, amputee, below knee amputation, surgery

1 week post BKA; Breaking new boundaries

Exciting news on my way to discharge, plus exciting news on my mission to be independent! Today has been a great day!

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Author MelaniePosted on 15/10/202015/10/2020Categories amputationTags amputation, amputee, vascular, vascular surgery

Day 6 post BKA: a day of frustrations

When you aren’t the typical candidate for a BKA and the hospital staff aren’t used to seeing someone as enthusiastic as you, it can be frustrating, bordering on limiting. Here’s today’s events.

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Author MelaniePosted on 15/10/202015/10/2020Categories amputationTags amputation, amputee, vascular, vascular surgery

BKA day 5: starting physio?

Today was the day that they unwrapped the bandage, took a look at the wound and made a decision whether I am allowed to start transferring to a wheelchair and doing some physio.

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Author MelaniePosted on 13/10/202013/10/2020Categories amputationTags amputation, amputee, rehab

Day 3 post BKA: do I get phantom limb pain?

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.

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Author MelaniePosted on 11/10/202012/10/2020Categories amputationTags amputation, amputee, BKA, surgery, vascular surgery

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