Hello everyone,
After a long history of illness, I am now facing a lower leg amputation. I have an appointment in a specialist clinic in 2 weeks to introduce myself and find out more. But I would like to prepare myself a bit now for what lies ahead of me.
How long does the healing process take before you can start with the prosthesis fitting?
Approximately how long will you be in rehab?
How long does it take to learn to walk and to cope well with everyday life?
What are the biggest difficulties in everyday life?
Questions over questions!!!!!
I would be happy to hear about your experiences and receive answers!!!!
Response 1:
Hello,
I would like to be able to answer your questions exactly, but no one will be able to answer them 100 % exactly, because it depends on your history. Some people heal faster after an operation and others heal more slowly.
It all depends on how quickly the wound heals after the operation, the second criterion is how good the orthopedic technician is to quickly recognise where exactly the prosthesis is pressing and what needs to be changed.
Rehab I would recommend 3-5 weeks with proper walking school. Inform yourself before you agree to a rehab house whether they also have experience with amputees. Since I already came from my own experience in rehabs and had to realize that they have amputees there maybe only once a year, so I learned from experience to inform myself beforehand.
The best places to go are clinics that specialise in amputations such as Dr. Haas is a prosthesis wearer himself and understands you very well, not only from theory but also from practice.
How long does the healing process take until you can start with the prosthesis fitting?? about 2 weeks.
Approximately how long is one in rehab? 3-6 weeks
How long does it take to learn to walk and to cope with everyday life? depends on the individual situation
What are the biggest difficulties in everyday life??? Phantom pain for me!
Response 2:
hi,
we are having our virtual meeting for amputees again on 25.03.09. You may have already seen the introductory picture on this page. I can imagine very well that you can find conversation partners here. for now or later 😉
i would be happy if you would also like to join us.
many greetings