Day 10 post BKA: taking things into my own hands! It’s been 4 days since I had any intervention from anyone. I can’t just sit around and wait.. so today I got inventive with the resources that I have at hand.
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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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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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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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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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