AMPUTEE WALKS FOR THE FIRST TIME On Prosthetic Leg After Elective Amputation. Making my prosthetic!

This is the day I have been waiting for for 11 years! The day I walk without pain.
John Hattingh CP, CPO(SA), LPO at Prosthetic Care Facility Of Virginia, worked his magic to make me an incredible pain-free prosthetic. Their office is welcoming, professional, and Detailed! I highly recommend them. In fact, if I ever move away, I will fly to my prosthetic appointments to continue my care at this facility!
Darren Hattingh shows my son, Jace, the entire process of making a prosthetic, from casting to molding. We were delighted to see the process of creating a prosthetic from scratch!
Once the prosthetic was made, my All-Pro Foot was overnighted, and I returned the next morning for my fitting. This took several hours because there were adjustments that had to be made.
The height of my prosthesis was perfectly balanced for my hips to be aligned, with no need for adjustments. My foot is yet to be determined, but I will most likely keep it since it is the highest recommended for my activity level and comes with high reviews.
The outer shell of my test socket is hard plastic. It is very heavy, but it can be heated up and shaped accordingly. I will keep this test socket for several weeks. They will make minor adjustments as my residual limb changes.
Once my limb stabilizes, I will get my final carbon fiber socket. It will be much lighter, more durable, and a design of my choice.
Taking my first steps in my new prosthetic limb (prosthesis) was scary, exciting, and slightly unstable. But as I kept walking, it seemed to become a part of me. There were several adjustments to the outer plastic socket that needed to be made.
I was in the office for my fitting for a total of 3 hours. I left his office without restrictions and was told to call if I have any pain at all or losing suction. This would indicate my limb has changed, and I require an adjustment.
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[@enochjennings3307]

I lost my right lower leg I was so happy to see you walk wasn't sure what to expect I do now thank you .

[@sharonrocke1929]

I've been so excited to witness this moment that I kept checking the channel EVERY day this past week! I'm sooooo happy to see you take these first few steps on a prosthesis. The joy on your face was worth the wait. You have a long way to go but you are well on your way to improved independence...without pain. I will continue to keep you in prayer and travel with you on this journey as I wait for mine to begin. Your progress is giving me increased hope. God bless you!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Oh thank you!! I upload every Sunday at 10 am. If I have a special one I’ll upload sooner. (I have one coming in a few days of the first days with prosthetic) It is not at all what I expected. None of this is. It takes a lot of concentration to walk right now. I have to remember to stand up straight, follow through and lock my numb knee so I don’t fall. I’m pulling for you!! Keep gathering information. It will make it 10x easier when it’s time. Just remember it’s never back to normal. It’s a new normal. I had a friend tell me that before I amputated and it keeps ringing true everyday. God bless lady!! 🙏

[@sharonrocke1929]

Yes, a "new normal". I can only imagine how challenging this all is for you but you're handling it like the champ that you are. You should be so proud of yourself. Keep pushing forward!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

@@sharonrocke1929 thank you! I’m getting there. We are our own worst critic.

[@smithkarib]

I can remember this moment like it was yesterday. Brought me to tears to watch you get to experience this!! So excited for you!!!!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you so much! I thought I would cry but it took too much brain effort to walk that I couldn't do both! haha

[@brendabates1746]

I had a BKA in Aug '23. Loooonng road. Got my prosthetic leg Tues this wk. I have walked with a walker & inside parallel bars. I want to walk & drive so bad. I know I will soon. It's hard to wait. This channel is very helpful. TY 😊

[@mooseontheloose1389]

Omg,omg, look at you go! You took to it so quickly. I’m so happy for you,and your family. Thank you for this beautiful update. The look on your face says it all.xx

[@ElectiveAmputation]

It’s really exciting! But scary too! There are lots of things to remember! But I’m walking much better each day! 💖

[@mooseontheloose1389]

@@ElectiveAmputation looks like you were doing pretty good on day one.

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Yes, I learned quickly. My knee keeps twisting and the muscle keeps getting sore. It is hard going slow when all you want to do is run!

[@mooseontheloose1389]

@@ElectiveAmputation we’ll keep up the amazing job girlie..I’m rootinfor ya!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

@@mooseontheloose1389 🥳 thank you!!

[@abrilfranco6768]

Omg!!! exited for you, I can see in your face that your are so happy. Congrats on your new leg.

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you! Lots of work ahead but one step at a time! 😁

[@juanfootjohn2125]

I am just about at this same point. Had close to the same conversation A week ago at my clinic. I use A liner and sleeve set up for suspension. Learning to walk two times in my life. Who would have thought? We got this

[@ElectiveAmputation]

💪🏼 we got this!!! Keep it up! You can do anything you set your mind to. But dont forget to force people to listen if you need to. You go get ‘em!! 💪🏼🦿

[@juanfootjohn2125]

@@ElectiveAmputation Getting key people to listen is A trick sometimes. At first it was hard because I didn't know how to explain what was going on in my socket. I think that's all worked out now.

[@maurinesaldivar5814]

It makes me so happy to see you walking!!!! You are an amazing beautiful woman!!!!!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you so much friend!!

[@michelehattingh9847]

Thank you for doing this, its going to be so helpful for new amputees

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Hey lady!! I hope I get to meet you one day. I absolutely LOVE your family! 💖

[@jeannie2548]

From here to where you are now 😁 awesomeness!!! 👍

[@ElectiveAmputation]

So true! Thank you for this reminder! 🥰

[@EA5TVVOOD]

I am SO incredibly proud of you!!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you! 😘

[@ivflavius]

Very happy for you. Congratulations. It was long time coming.

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Yes it was! Thank you so much!

[@prisayisrike7910]

I know you have been waiting for this for several years! I’m excited to walk again also. Cheers!!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you! I hope you get to walk soon!

[@amycarr5644]

Holy crap thats awesome its been a loooooooong journey for sure

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Amen to that!! It’s weird but I’m up haha

[@truckingwithtramjam]

Amazing! Congratulations!!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you!

[@simboxstore2249]

This is exciting progress!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

thanks!

[@griffithswife1704]

I wish you the best 💜💜

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you

[@jongrubbs7148]

This time next year only you eill know you wear a prosthetic. I knoe it felt good to stand up. I wish uoj had a evelated vaccum like myself it os comfrotable to wear. Stay safe and hop on

[@ElectiveAmputation]

I’m looking forward to it just becoming a part of me without thinking about it! What is the elevated vacuum?

[@carlogagnon2332]

love you❤

[@kainicole797]

Wait, is that a vacuum sealed socket? My prosthetist told me all amputees have to start with pin/lock system first because our stumps shrink so much in the first year! Is that outdated info? You look awesome! Congrats!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Yes it is a suction socket. I’m not sure of the rules. My prosthetist didn’t mention what yours did. He did mention I will need my socket adjusted several times until my limb stops changing. I think with pin-lock, you have more grace with adding or subtracting socks. I’m sure they each have the things they prefer for their patients. Are you a new amputee?

[@kainicole797]

@@ElectiveAmputation November 3rd is my ampuversary! Got my first socket in March.

[@ElectiveAmputation]

@@kainicole797 well if I don’t talk to you then, “happy ampiversary”!

[@kainicole797]

@@ElectiveAmputation thank you!

[@paolovitelli7070]

Complimenti congratulazioni

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you!

[@jongrubbs7148]

The vaccum is created in every step. Instead of just on a pin. Tbe pressure is all round your stump The owner of my prosthetic was hung upside down and his leg never came off or losen up. Take your time and listen to the prosthetic company. I wear mine between 13 to 15 hourd a day. Stay safe and hop on

[@ElectiveAmputation]

That’s amazing! Thank you for the information. I looked it up a bit and it is fascinating

[@jongrubbs7148]

One step a time

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Absolutely!

[@yibeltalabebe7077]

Please help me.