HOW I BECAME AN AMPUTEE - The real story [CC]

[@yaninajans]

Who is here after the goodbye foot video?

[@TaraGruette]

meeeeee

[@Laura-lou]

Meee

[@biancadadrummer5943]

Yanina Jans 🌚🤙🏻

[@lishalewis2872]

Yanina Jans meeeee!

[@zoilihernandez700]

YESSSSS OMG

[@DoctorCrystalMD]

As a doctor, I can confirm... usually not a good thing to be an “interesting case!”

[@FootlessJo]

Haha I can appreciate that! Whenever I hear "wow, I've not seen that before...", I get a little freaked. Lol.

[@DoctorCrystalMD]

Btw, love your positivity!! 🙌🏼

[@CH-qj6hr]

Yup, I’m an “interesting case” as well lol. I hate when Doctors tell me how interesting I am 😖 lol

[@kellyhanson140]

I was an interesting case a few years ago.. talk of a small hospital in fact.. My IUD birth control perforated through my uterine wall and into my colon.

[@DoctorCrystalMD]

Kelly Smith omg, wow! Literally into your colon??? Def have never seen that one

[@brigabobo]

So many youtubers will make 25 minute videos about how they had an OK uber driver...you made an 8 minute video about HOW YOU GOT UR FOOT/LEG AMPUTATED. Thank you. You have made my night

[@FootlessJo]

shay baker oh my gosh haha this made me laugh and brought a smile to my face, thank you! 😀🙌🏻

[@rileyzafra9549]

Facts. 🤣🤣😬😬☺️☺️

[@KaiJ8]

shay baker omg ikr I hate it when KZbinrs will make a 25 minute vid and half of it is them in their car or doing shopping or something. I love these sort of vids where they get straight to the point🙄😌

[@smarty2211]

_Tana mongeau tease 🙈_

[@micropens]

@@FootlessJo where is your foot

[@tavit1987]

Jo: “I loved horses” Me: dem damn horses did it

[@FootlessJo]

Tavi T 😆😆😆

[@sophiemiller7798]

I fell off and I got up and I could not move my wrist but I just sprained it but is that was just a sprain I don’t want know how sore a brake is 😖

[@hoemogenic]

just like them horses 😥

[@amazonqueen5694]

i am a horse lover my self. so sorry you had to go threw this and hope you will rejoin us in the horse world they are such amazing animals and so smart. you can teach them to do almost anything.

[@FoxHole345]

SAME!! So many people seriously hurt by riding horses....I’ll just walk lol

[@rachelcrites1411]

shoot i came because you are so straight to the point and don't make the video 25 minutes long AND I STAYED BECAUSE OF THE LIL RATS WOW i'm subbed i love you

[@AutumnMiddleforest]

You have 666 likes 😂

[@maisyg2010]

No775

[@liveandletlive7152]

@@AutumnMiddleforest thank God not anymore😂

[@cherrie478]

You ‘came’

[@rachelcrites1411]

@@cherrie478 we're not all 7 here buddy, thats nOT what i meant

[@youtuberhdmi1533]

*_Right foot_*_ has _*_left_*_ the chat_ *_Happiness_*_ has _*_joined_*_ the chat_

[@iamthedoctor9165]

Oof

[@kenan229]

@@iamthedoctor9165 oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooof*

[@iloveowls90]

Good one!

[@emppuv6083]

Aw

[@Gothicc_bitxh]

Can we get an F in the chat for right foot

[@racknload]

Your a very brave young lady! All the best from the UK😁

[@colton6857]

Whoah bud just checked your channel, are you guys allowed armor over in the UK?

[@itsmeanthony9704]

RACKNLOAD wow surprised you can have anything made of metal that can shoot a bullet. I seriously thought like even your vibrators are restricted due to them killing more people than guns.

[@racknload]

@@itsmeanthony9704 I'm no expert on vibrators dude, tell me more.....! 😂🤣

[@Lilly-je5ls]

Also from the UK and also wishing her the best

[@trinityt-t3625]

Fellow UK here from england

[@KatieESLine]

My daughter left home for college in 2016 and two weeks into her freshmen year, she was a pedestrian in a hit and run. She had SO MANY SURGERIES on her left leg and it came down to the choice of “salvaging” her leg or amputation. She chose amputation for the exact same reasons you shared! She was 19 when she had her amputation, but now she does everything she loves.

[@randid.c3558]

Normal youtuber: *Makes thirty minute long video on how long it took to get shirts out for people* Good youtuber: *Makes an 8 minute long video on how they got their leg chopped off*

[@apotatoe1907]

I almost wish she added a little more with more ads because I’d have watched every ad XD

[@HBC6987]

Great youtuber ❤❤❤❤

[@lapislazarus8899]

I'll admit, I've never seen a video of someone spending 30min to get shirts out... I'm not sure what that is?

[@ALDCBoulevard]

@@lapislazarus8899 mrbeast haha, he made one on that

[@ketchup1225]

This came up on my recommended and I just want to say that you speak so well that this sounds like a Ted talk. It was amazing to listen to and watch.

[@FootlessJo]

Oh my gosh thank you so much! One of my only bucket list things is to give a Ted Talk one day, no joke. I've been giving local speeches for years on many different topics, and am heading into speaking professionally. I'd die of excitement if I got to give a Ted Talk, so your comment especially made my day. ;-)

[@NinaAhgase]

yeah i thought so too!

[@steveweaver2573]

Pedicures are half price now

[@misspaintingwoman]

@@charli3523 no it's funny XD

[@jarhead8100]

@@charli3523 how? Please explain how!

[@brenaomi]

Jared Johnson the way it’s worded sounds offensive

[@death1305sam]

Shoes too?

[@deplorabledave1048]

@steve Funny you should mention that. I always ask for a discount. They never give you half price because prep work is still the same. But I usually get 30 percent off or more. I'm an elective BKA.

[@slickf4i110]

I was in a motorcycle wreck last year. Broke my foot. Its "healed" but every step hurts. Every day. That's a crazy decision to have to make. Couldn't imagine telling the doctor to just take it. Glad you found yourself

[@jmas2312]

Dude. Consider all options. A friend of mine was in a motorcycle. Her right leg was badly injured. She tried many doctors over many years to work on it but it never healed properly. She was couch bound most all the time from the pain. At around 30, she finally made the decision to amputate. After a reasonable time in rehab, she was up doing everything she wanted. She said it was the best decision she ever made. Don’t waste too much time on a hopeless cause. Don’t be afraid. Best of luck to you.

[@marchamilton18]

Hey man I had to make that decision just over a month ago, I snapped my foot in half a lis franc fracture, Jo sums it all up perfectly.

[@chronickatie]

This made me appreciate my body on a whole new level

[@nikkistahr7105]

Katie Amen

[@macieedgar3415]

Facts

[@NoraSNch3z]

Same ✌❤

[@tonym5857]

True

[@NotJessH]

Chronic pain is the worst, most torturous thing a person can ever go through. You’re very courageous and strong. I wish you the best.

[@amielawson8344]

Jess H Yes. People who don’t experience it have no idea. I haven’t had a day without pain in over 12 years due to a spinal fracture in a car accident.

[@Kodboattours]

Yes it is.

[@mrs.dr.spencerreid3992]

I have chronic pain in my spine too. Have had three surgeries. The last one was a triple fusion and now the hardware is loose…

[@amielawson8344]

Karen Matczynski That sounds awful!

[@mrs.dr.spencerreid3992]

Amie Lawson It is! And NOW, I’m facing cervical surgery due to a blown disc in my neck! Born with a crappy spine!

[@jramc89]

You didn't lose a leg... you recovered your life. Everything will be better now that the pain is gone.

[@mrs.wontkins9294]

I thought I had issues with needing a full hysterectomy... Not anymore 😭... The Lady is right when pain is no longer an obstacle you are free mentally to pursue a better life, But waiting in fear of regrets yet to come you are just resigning yourself to suffering in agony for fear of others viewpoint is a prison mentally and physically.

[@lewisbracken5520]

? she lost a leg.

[@phaen_c]

she did lose a leg tho

[@ashleya3731]

@@lewisbracken5520 it's a comparison. Losing a leg could be a negative way of viewing things rather than her really recovering her life and freedom from the pain she experienced with that leg

[@margaretpatton4806]

For anyone thinking this is a great thing, think again.

[@krissiecreates]

Jo: *is having conversation about how she became an amputee* Brigette: 📃🐁

[@floopyboo]

Ratty priorities!

[@scaryplace]

Very similar story to mine, I was injured in a Helicopter crash at 23 and my leg never healed right, I had to wear a polio style brace for 18 years and was on pain management for a long time. I decided to amputate in 9/2011 and my biggest regret now is not doing it sooner. I'm off drugs, I can do just about anything now and it's awesome.

[@FootlessJo]

It is so amazing to hear that you are out of pain now, I am SO glad for you!! Thank you for sharing! That is really encouraging to me!

[@zaraheart]

Wow, I’m so glad I found you. This video popped up on my recommendations. You are an inspiration. So young and beautiful, experienced something awful, but still managed to come out on top. Still full of life and positivity. Also, Love when Bridget stole that piece of paper, so adorable. Nice little perk to the video lol. Keep on keeping on girl! I subbed. ❤️

[@analieselmao116]

40th like!

[@a_b651]

My legs aren’t amputated, but my legs are paralyzed. I was an gymnast and I was invited to do gymnastics on the olympics for the german team. (I was born in America.) But now? Well I can’t walk anymore so...

[@selina6376]

A_B das tut mir sehr Leid, alles Gute

[@lucaslau4643]

Oh yeah yeah

[@melodicol46]

Das tut mir leid.....

[@eviebaker4000]

😪😭 awe! 😨

[@ocean3864]

Mein Beileid...

[@ipaharpoon]

Love this video. As an ortho nurse, I've seen countless patients have revision after revision and in the process lose their prime years being laid up or in the OR. I love that you saw that possibility and wanted no part of it. Like Shawshank said; "get busy living or get busy dying."

[@Serveanthesia]

Having been through 10 orthopedic reconstructions and even more revisions for most of my major joints... the amount of pain you have to be in to make the decision to amputate must’ve been just... immeasurable. I just can’t imagine, thank you for sharing your story

[@Dana-vq1tk]

I'm soŕy to hesr that. Do you have an autoi.mune disease? I do, I have Limited Scleroderma.

[@annieparreta]

Rat interruptions are the best kind of interruptions

[@jasminesmith8474]

First thing- Bridget is freaking adorable Second- despite it being the best option, I can’t imagine having to make that decision of cutting off a limb. You are literally one of the strongest people I have ever met. Like, even when you show us the ugly, you make me want to keep persevering. Thank you for sharing your life with us❤️💪🏽

[@FootlessJo]

Jasmine Smith comments like what you wrote to me honestly mean more to me than I can tell you - truly, thank you. And your support and understanding of my decision honestly are so appreciated! And haha isn’t Bridgett just the cutest!? She is a perfect little handful

[@LambentLark]

You literally "got back up on the horse". That takes some inner strength. Knowing what has happened in the last 4 years, you needed all of it. I hope they have it right this time. You deserve a little peace.

[@alleighm8358]

thank you for making this a 7 minute video and telling us right away instead of it being a 28 minute video 😂 edit:woah thanks for almost 1000 likes

[@jishntyjotpree7355]

ata steel 2018-2019 I’m the 666Th like :))))

[@laurenlewis5907]

@Fred Nathan personal info...

[@laurenlewis5907]

@Fred Nathan obviously . I just wanted to point out that because they didn't respond they probably don't want you to know

[@alleighm8358]

@Fred Nathan lol I was talking into my phone while making this so it must have auto corrected. Thanks grammar police:)

[@analieselmao116]

1000th like!

[@livlifeag1902]

I am 13 and I have CRPS thanks for sharing your story. I have been suffering for 3 years. I have had 2 surgeries and I use to be a runner cross country and Track and Now I can’t walk

[@maskboy3753]

I hope you will find a new hobby that you enjoy like the last one ☘stay strong

[@livlifeag1902]

Mask boy thank you

[@Mesosmartical]

CRPS is very painful. I’m so sorry that you’ve to go through that at such a young age. I hope you find relief soon. I remember watching videos of people who were successfully treated here on KZbin.

[@tomaterjuice5095]

what’s CPRS? :( I hope you’ll get to fulfill your dreams

[@lizzielewalski9868]

Hi, my name is [ Dan ] Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome. I also have it, it’s incredibly debilitating and basically restricts all muscle movement.

[@margaretsims4344]

Thank you For your story Joe. My brother is having surgery this morning to remove his right foot. You have given me hope hes going to be ok and can come through this.

[@factanonverba7547]

Couldn't they just take it out of his azz? Why amputate it is my question.

[@johnfortes2171]

I'm 72- a recent amputee due to a motorcycle accident- so stuff happens! You're doing great and I wish you all the best- I ve had my " leg" about a month now and get around well- just now relearning how to drive!

[@malseyteam56]

Why do the sweetest/kindest/and most beautiful people always experience traumatic situations?! Jo, I love u, I will always support u💜♥️

[@FootlessJo]

Awh you're so sweet! Thank you!

[@melina2805]

I think sometimes people get sweet, kind and beautiful because of an traumatic situation. Not meaning she wasnt before but i think this changes the way you think about life.

[@arturojosenovianamarquez2669]

This makes me feel ugly 😂

[@Juicysox]

Because people like to pick the prettiest flower in the garden

[@GeeseAreJustBastardizedSwans]

Cause the sad ones stay at home staying away from danger

[@chereeangel8168]

i will never bitch about stepping on legos or bashing my shin against the bed frame again...instead I'll feel damn lucky I can feel it.

[@auntyangie33]

Yeah you will and say 'oh gosh' 😂😂😂

[@benjaminkline4855]

I will. Those Lego give me PTSD. They're even in my dreams

[@oodlespaos]

Me to

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

Pain is not a competition.

[@RatchelRach]

Now I'm wondering how awful it must be for her to hit her remaining leg on something

[@Fesure1Maybe]

I smashed my leg in 3.5 years ago, I now suffer from post traumatic arthirits and I have CRPS, alongside anxiety and PTSD. I have begged, pleaded, grovelled etc with surgeons, doctors, consultants anyone to please amputate my leg and no matter what they keep refusing. I've tried every physio under the sun, every pain relief. I cannot carry on much longer with it, I have two kids who I struggle with and a partner who I feel deserves better. I just can't be in this level of pain anymore and struggle more and more as time goes on. NHS won't help me and I can't afford to go private :(. I am so envious that you had the input in the decision making in this ♥️

[@jmbewleyjr]

It shows how powerful and miserable pain is. As someone who lives in massive chronic pain I wish there was something even extreme, which many would say your decision was, that I could choose. I can totally understand why you would make a decision like that. I know it couldn’t have been an easy. I’m amazed at your strength. It’s amazing to see the human spirit in true form.

[@annieroche22]

As a radiographer, I would so love to see those original xrays. I'm glad you're doing well.

[@MrsMrMoney]

Me, not a medical professional in any way but is obsessed with all things medically interesting, DEF wants to see the X-ray as well. Lol

[@alicehutchings1755]

As a Diagnostic Radiographer, I completely and utterly second you!

[@hilmikenar7426]

what is a radiographer, the x rays operator or reader or it is bigger than just x ray? does it require a med school degree in any way?

[@woodstream6137]

@@MrsMrMoney ditto. Somehow there was a communication break down after a CT scan and they gave me the film. It's frustrating and scary when I look at them. I had an IVP(?) For kidney stones and they said all clear and to get a CT from GP - I was still having pain. The CT diagnosed stones so I quit that urologist. I also have scoliosis and looking at the scans you would think something needs to be done but nobody seemed to care.

[@MrsMrMoney]

@@woodstream6137 when I was a teenager I fell and broke my wrist. ER took X-rays told me they didn’t see any breaks but put me in a soft cast and sent me to an orthopedic dr. When I went to that appt the next day they put my X-ray up on the screen before the dr came in. So while we are waiting I’m looking at it and I turn to my mom and I’m like “but look at this line here… I don’t think that should be there, that looks like it’s broken to me…” … an hour later they had me in a hard cast bc I had a fracture exactly where I pointed it out on the film. I was like how on earth do the ER doctors/radiologists miss a break that an uneducated 13 year old pointed out?? 🤣🤣

[@crewmates1159]

She's so positive like some people are not grateful for anything and she here is like the happiest person ever

[@roxy9944]

I used to own a horse, and I've been riding since I was like 5. I fell down so many times and I'm so grateful nothing grave ever happened to me. You're amazing ❤️

[@Angelaius]

The same. I got the pony when I was 6 but he was dangerous. Still having bitemarks on my backs. And once he ran over me. Even if this horse wasnt child safe it never destroyed my love towards horses. After my parents sell the tiny terminator I went to ride to horseclubs, farms and it was the best.

[@caitlinrose6838]

The worst fall I've ever had was when I got a concussion, but It wasn't that bad, just constant headaches lol thankful that i have had nothing more serious

[@cheyenne9682]

Lucia Ambrogio the tiny terminator 😂

[@2901robyn]

I went on a school trip when I was 7 and they had us all walking the horses in a circle and the horse in front of mine stopped quickly and I couldn’t stop in time and the horse kicked back connected to my face and sent me flying into the air. Thankfully I blacked out and came to in ambulance where I thankfully only had a broken nose and black eyes x

[@theOGjayzee715]

Saw this after suffering w debilitating unmanageable pain from severe carpal tunnel in both hands. 2years of unending pain, 2 surgeries in two months, got my stitches out today and almost cried to the Dr. Today telling he truly changed my life because the pain was gone. Still have swelling and PT to go through but the relief I feel is amazing! I can't even compete w 14 years of pain but I am so happy for u that life can restart.

[@rebekahy.3425]

BEST INTRO BEST USERNAME best channel? Btw this is the second video I’ve watched

[@notcaaaramels]

Rebekah C. Same!

[@iluvmychloe]

My friend showed me your page. I’m a recent amputee. I’m so glad you shared your story. It’s inspiring to me

[@yoly507]

I’m not sure I should be watching this broke my ankle in December and it’s not healing

[@FootlessJo]

yoly507 hi there friend! It’s not unusual to have an ankle still having issued after 2 months post break. I obviously don’t know your situation but ankles take a long time to heal...amputation is an extreme, last option. Unless your doctors have brought it up I wouldn’t even worry about this. I had ten surgeries over 14 years and a series of unfortunate events that led me to this, it’s very rare. I wish you ALL the best and hope you heal up so soon!!!!

[@Oliver-fw6rc]

Footless Jo Okay, I know this is unrelated, but.. A Series of Unfortunate Events? Hehe

[@KazMMA7]

yoly507 R.I.P

[@yoly507]

Footless Jo thanks since this post I’ve actually seen improvement. Taking it day by day.

[@yoly507]

Jonah Novack 🖕🏽

[@chinoman7234]

I hope your off camera attitude is as great as your on screen one. Must be a hard thing to go thru

[@katietaylor145]

I have never seen a cute rat until now 😂

[@lovejoydoll615]

xx katie they are so lovely. We’ve had rats in my family for years

[@no-nq8dj]

Holly R.L. they really are! i have two females and im planning on getting two males

[@tina7151]

I was like eew rats... Then when it climbed up I'm like "aaw I want one".

[@katietaylor145]

@@tina7151 🤣 same

[@spicytoothpaste4778]

All rats are cute tf

[@discopatw]

*Wait, so they don't grow back?*

[@starlord7027]

PatW oh yes they do, overnight but when you wake up they retract

[@st4t253]

@@andreswhitegaming7856 r/wooosh

[@sean_delay]

Spas99 r/wooooshwith4os

[@doctordeath2551]

Well if you drink jilly juice

[@purpleezah5382]

@@st4t253 r/woooosh

[@danisaur33]

can you do a video introducing all of your pets?

[@FootlessJo]

What a great idea! I'd love to! I'll wait until the puppies are back home and do that :-) Thank you for suggesting it!!

[@ankit7493]

That's a great idea

[@laurelloaf]

YES! Those rats are the cutest 😍

[@WharfRat0A54]

The more of Jo's videos I watch, the more inspired I get by her non-stop zest for life.

[@bridget5106]

my name is bridget and I'm a rat too!

[@jishntyjotpree7355]

Bridget Dempsey MOOD

[@bridgetspicer7176]

Bridget Dempsey my name is Bridget too😻

[@bridget5106]

@@bridgetspicer7176 wow tea are you a rat as well~

[@bridgetspicer7176]

Bridget Dempsey yes ❤️

[@bridgetfrias9786]

I’m a rat too

[@bridgethayes604]

your rat and i have the same name and honestly??? I feel honored.

[@Mitskienthusiast]

Same bridget squad

[@WalkingOnRainbows12]

Hey Jo, I really hope that someday your manage to read this. I use to ride horses alll the time. 5 years ago, I woke up in the ICU after a horrific asthma attack the triggered a very rapid onset of a previously undiagnosed muscular dystrophy. I lost the use of both my legs and became a full time wheelchair user. A year later, I got back on a horse. I'm very lucky that the riding school I went to was also part of the RDA (riding school for the disabled) and there was a lift installed there that raised me up to the level of my horse. I then did a normal transfer from my chair to my horse and started to ride. I was able to find different ways to communicate with my horse to be able to do all the normal things you would do if you was able bodied. Then to get off the horse, I would have someone put my wheelchair down the side of the horse, and I would have one pertaining holding the head of the horse, I would lift my leg over the horses head so I was sat sideways. I then had two people the side that I was now facing who would "catch me" basically as I slowly slid myself off the horse they would slowly move their armed from holding my hands up into my armpit to support my weight as I landed. With Not being able to stand when I hit the floor, the two people turned clockwise as I landed and I bum hit my wheelchair seat. The first time I done this I was TERRIFIED, as I had to put a lot of trust into a lot of people, and the horse as I was transferring on and off of him. Put only a couple of rides later, the transfer ing on and off was smooth and the communication between me and the horse to ride around always lile it was always there. I have high hopes that you WILL find a way to do everything you need when you get back horse riding. Huge hugs, and thank you for sharing your story !! Xx

[@iveylomax3330]

I spent most of my worst health issues in a medical school hospital (Duke hospital durham, nc) I was very often accompanied by a never ending rotating door with my room being filled with minimal 5 doctors at a time (sometimes 8-10) and finally a doctor looked at my exhausted riddled face and said, "I cant imagine it feels great being an "interesting patient at a medical school... if it's something you're interested in im going to put in an order for a do not disturb time from 12am-8am" just that 8 hours helped me a lot. It gave me time to spend with myself to try to sleep if possible and alone time to process my grief not in front of medical students and doctors.

[@marlierosefouracre5254]

How many are looking for the rats in the background?

[@casssimons9319]

Me

[@Lily-yw5kg]

Me

[@pastelmilk1910]

Meh

[@facethegamegt1656]

Meh

[@marcelitab1237]

Me lol

[@deweymaring4688]

You are an inspiration. As an EMT your story is inspiring. You give a positive perspective to a situation that would bring some people down. I like how you explain the mechanics of your foot. Keep up the good videos.

[@marilynmaldonado1239]

Thank you for sharing your amputation journey. It was very very encouraging, as my husband is about to undergo a foot amputation as well. We are a bit nervous but he is pretty determined to move forward and get this going. This video was so helpful and we are joyous for your recovery.

[@victoriahawking9971]

I'm 18 and currently dealing with a recovery from an ankle fracture , and this gives me so much anxiety about all the things that could've gone wrong (I'm still having my hardware removed but I trust my body) but also this video makes me so grateful because some days ago I had a life crisis because I didn't like the way my ankle looked like ( with being swollen and the scar ). Now I understand how much of a fortunate girl I am for having this and not other thing happened to me. Thank you so much ,God bless💖

[@vxcvxcvcxvxcvxc]

I love that people are so supportive towards her

[@stephenduchemin3072]

Jo, you're somewhat of a celebrity in our home. My wife is having an "elective" below-the-knee amputation in January, and we have been following your story as an inspiration and for a "what can we expect" resource. When we say things to each other like "well, Jo says..." it's like we know you. We've used your name when talking to others and forget that they have no idea who we're talking about. Anyway, I want to express TRULY that you are inspiring us, and we wish you well. Keep making progress, Jo. We are really pulling for you.

[@alysonshorthouse8858]

How is your wife? I hope the surgery went well 💙

[@stephenduchemin3072]

@@alysonshorthouse8858 Thank you for asking. Everything seems to be going ok. It's almost three weeks since and other than some leg cramps, were doing pretty good. That's nice of you to ask.

[@Lauren72382]

I nearly lost my left arm in 06/2011.. I had necrotizing fasciitis, literally- the flesh eating disease. I BEGGED the doctors to take my arm. I signed paperwork so when I was having emergency surgery they had my permission to go ahead and amputate. But I told them that this was not a "just-in-case" situation for me. I begged them to just take it, just take my arm for the love of God!! Make the pain go away! After waking up from surgery and seeing my arm still there- it was very bittersweet. I admire your strength for everything you have gone through, I personally know that the decision you made was not easy.

[@hazelmaguire8447]

L.C Marie how is your arm now, what did they do if not amputate. I am having real problems with my arm it is3 times the size of the other very painful. Not sure why, so interested.

[@amber.4383]

My God

[@Lauren72382]

@@hazelmaguire8447 they had to remove a lot of my muscle in that arm because it was basically liquefied. I was told that the muscle may grow back. It has not. So there's a couple spots where it looks very deflated and I have massive scars from the surgeries. So far I've had three surgeries to date. And I have permanent neuropathy. And at anytime the necrotizing fasciitis can return. Irony- my left arm has a tattoo on it and it is called a torn flesh design. That is the arm where I got the flesh eating disease lol it was not caused because of the tattoo it's just ironic that I got that infection in the same arm that had a a torn flesh design lmao

[@Victoriascarn]

L.C Marie May I ask what caused the necrotizing fasciitis?

[@Lauren72382]

@@Victoriascarn - We believe it was a Brown Recluse spider bite. It was my second bite that month. The first bite was on my right ankle and my foot swelled up and you could see black at the bottom of the swollen area. I went to the doctors. I thought it was a tick that was inside. My doctor told me it was nothing, just sent me home. So when the same exact thing happened with my left arm, I assumed it was nothing. Wrong.

[@JustMe-fz5uc]

Also, as a nurse, I have seen people with lower leg wounds that they fought to heal and tried to not lose the leg or foot. Then they would finally just cut off the limb. Once it was over they wished they had done it sooner. They could actually heal (good circulation to the end of the stump) and get fitted for prosthetic and then start to really live. Quality of life ended up so much better.

[@eduardopadilla5505]

A really hard decision but maybe the best!

[@FootlessJo]

Eduardo Padilla thank you so much for your support!

[@eduardopadilla5505]

@@FootlessJo We are in the best situation, so i always try to be for my people. Have a great night Jo!!

[@brianawiggins8474]

*Decision

[@eduardopadilla5505]

@@brianawiggins8474 Thanks for the correction :)

[@jwilliamcosby]

KZbin put one of your videos in my feed for some reason, but I do love hearing stories from people who aren't like mine. I'm amazed by yours- the pain, the changes, the bravery, the resilience and hope. I'm really glad thar you shared your story and that I found it. ❤️

[@curtisgregory3117]

Same thing happened to me in 2011, except mine was a fall. Doctors said my ankle looked like a jigsaw puzzle along with my fibula and tibia broken. My nerve block didn't work either and so waking up in horrible pain was not picnic. I know exactly what you are going through and wish you well. Thanks for sharing.

[@timothysiler5722]

I can't let my wife watch this because my 7 year old daughter just started horse riding lessons a few months ago. I hope you are pain free.

[@nancymarshall1312]

Has she seen Christopher Reeves?

[@jade_equine3784]

I've been riding for a few years, and the case of a horse acting up or tripping is not very high like it happens just not really often and especially with lesson horses ❤

[@alysonshorthouse8858]

Subscribed. Amazing story. I've had 4 surgeries to my right foot after developing arthritis and sesamoiditis. I'm left with a lot of pain, nerve pain and I'm on a lot of painkillers. Most days I can walk ok, but I'm often on crutches and very occasionally in a wheelchair. I can't walk far - half an hour on my feet will keep me awake for hours. Thanks for sharing your story x

[@whozaskin3639]

Look into boron supplementation... May want to consider iodine as well.

[@sorrynotsorry949]

One of the bravest and optimistic girl I had ever seen. Stay strong girl.

[@lynnrose9974]

At 22 I fell down about 6 stairs. All of my weight was on the ball of my foot. Basically destroying my mid foot. Durring that fall, I also shattered a bone by my toes and had to have it rebuilt. Two surgeries and two long rounds of PT and at least a year of crutches. I’m still in frequent pain and now at the age of 28. We’ve talked recently about another surgery but I’m at the “what’s the point” phase. I’m not going to live my life getting surgery every 5 years. I love summer and being active but my foot swells and turns purple after walking around. You’re so brave to go through so many surgeries. I don’t think mine is bad enough that they would suggest an amputation but if it were on the table, I’d never have the guts to take that leap. I hope this all works out well for you and you continue being happy and hopefully pain free! ♥️

[@lizxang]

Lynn Barb stay strong! ♥️

[@janerainsford8996]

Amputation just might be your saving grace. Don’t count it out in the future AND you don’t have to wait for your doctors to “suggest it”. Only you will know when it’s time. After a long struggle they will be glad YOU mentioned it.

[@StrikerFin]

Don’t cut your foot off. If your head is in constant pain are you going to consider amputation? No, you’re going to find ways of alleviating it. Don’t give up the answer is there.

[@getoffthestage7866]

JFC you must be a weak malnourished sap if all that really happened

[@paullasmith4975]

It's not a "roll of the dice" or "flip of the coin" decision. When the hurting becomes unbearable and there's only two choices, one choice is massive pain meds (morphine tablets make you pyuke) or stop the pain altogether by removing the limb. It's not an easy decision, but for me, the day they took the leg is the day the pain stopped and the healing began. I am not Jesus, but I do know what it feels like to have a rail road spike pounded thru your foot. So, at least that leg doesn't hurt anymore. Having recovered, I'm happy I did what was necessary---and it WAS necessary. My quality of life is much better thank you. If you can avoid a lengthy recovery process--you might consider giving up the limb. In 30 days the pain is gone. Within 120 days you'll be walking the 1/4 mile high school track. Within 6 to 8 months, you'll be running a 5K. Save the leg if possible.

[@alexshaw8167]

When I had my gallbladder removed I was so consumed by the thought of “I’m choosing to have an organ removed and I’m going to wake up from surgery with one less organ”. But I had the luxury of waking up with no indicators of losing that organ aside from a couple scars and no impact to my daily life. I can only imagine the emotional distress in cases like yours. I’m so happy you’re able to live tour best life now

[@saketkothari2148]

We don't live in a perfect world but you found your hope at the end of the tunnel. Means alot to me..heartwarming and a proof that to be happy you just need some hope and self love.

[@cassiemulkey7461]

Love your positivity. It's contagious. God bless!

[@FootlessJo]

Blessings back to you!

[@abouteverything9445]

You are very strong!!! I’m very glad that we have people like that in the world who can show their moments so honest and pure!!! I wish you all the best!!

[@romilizada6699]

my left leg was amputated last Nov. 16, 2022 thanks for inspirations live life to the fullest :)

[@ashlieelkerton5393]

i’m gonna have to watch more of your videos when it’s not 3am

[@Chris-ue8zl]

Same tho

[@miiszliina718]

Same

[@devonsullivan5219]

Woooooow. Gave me chills girl. You are freaking brave. So many kudos to you for doing what you did. Happy you can live pain free now and enjoy the rest of your life!

[@kyliedroid]

Definitely not the same, but I had an elective hysterectomy last summer because I have endometriosis that was too painful to live with and I knew I would need to get it done eventually. It’s such a relief to not have that pain anymore but the concept still feels so strange to me sometimes.

[@kerstinnilsson9968]

Kyliedroid I’m so sorry to hear that :( just curious but you don’t have to answer if it’s personal, did you freeze any of your eggs in case you want to have kids in the future?

[@rosieglows]

I did the same in 2017. No regrets. Not having a reproductive system has changed my life. It gave me a life. Plus! No cervix (taken as a preventative measure) means no more smears. I was 33 at the time of surgery.

[@TallulahFoxxx]

Kyliedroid I completely feel your pain. I’m also infuriated by the treatment for endometriosis. It’s still something we’re kicking and screaming to be diagnosed with. I got symptoms at 13 where I would literally faint in class from the pain of my period. The doctor just said that’s normal?! It wasn’t until age 21 that a FEMALE doctor investigated. I had to use a mooncup to measure my blood loss and I was losing the same amount of blood the average person loses in a car accident. Honestly. I’ve had multiple laparoscopies but I’m still in daily pain. I’ve been told my only other option is hysterectomy or deal with it. 😔 At the minute I’m persevering (I’m only 27 so I’m hanging on to that uterus for now hahah). But I’m so in awe of brave women who do elect to have it done 💖👌🏻

[@johnnychen7937]

My mom died from cancer and she was so brave and I love her so much.

[@babygoose8716]

I love your videos so much. They’re not too long and they’re not too short. They’re perfect ❤️

[@FootlessJo]

Heather Johnson aw I’m so glad you like them! That makes me happy to hear! 😊

[@TheAmeer1233]

This came up on my recommended and I’ve been avoiding it for 3 days bc I didn’t know why but now that I watched the video its because you’re awesome! Glad you’re ok and happy !

[@stevenlaughlin8513]

I fell out of a tree 7 years ago of all things, rescuing a baby opossum from two dogs trying to kill it. My foot flipped upside down upon landing. I had 6 surgeries in a year and all looked well. Then I found out all of the bones in my ankle joint died and my leg bones crashed down into the bottom of my foot. They gave me the choice of doing the full implant with the rod up my leg or amputation below the knee. The implant only had a 10% success rate but given the little amount of time to think about it, I went with the implant. Worst decision ever. It's all fused nicely but I am in constant pain. It doesn't help that I am allergic to almost all pain medications too! So now I hurt like crazy and don't walk normal which has luckily trashed my hips. I am barely a week out of getting 1 hip replaced and staring down having to do the other one. I can usually only tolerate about 3 days of pain meds so trust me, this is not fun and makes me feel so old at times. I happy that you are doing well and are good with your decision. Many happy wishes for you!! BTW, the baby opossum made it back to it's mother before I fell. :)

[@elizabethmoore6152]

Steven Laughlin you’re my hero!

[@omnipotenttit3240]

That was a very brave and kind thing you did. Makes for one hell of a mental image, too! It hurts to know you were essentially 'punished' for an act of compassion and I hope you find a way to control the pain.

[@that1guy0219]

Have you ever heard of or looked into kratom?

[@dot4464]

I wish you all the best with your pain. You're a hero

[@SarahJane365]

So sorry you're in so much pain particularly when you were doing something kind. I hope some good karma comes your way! Slightly off topic but I wish human doctors and veterinary surgeons like Professor Noel Fitzpatrick would learn from each other. The things that man can do are out of this world, he's known as the Bionic Vet here in the UK and he's always said that he wishes that what he puts into practice with his furry patients could be used in human medicine, it's all down to biology after all. I really hope a better solution comes your way and you are not in pain.

[@Ashmiisketches]

You are a AMAZING human being and this was really inspiring. Despite of suffering so much...you've narrated your story with such a sweet smile. Not only that, but you've chosen to embrace and love what other awesome things you have in your life. People develop phobia after such incidents and avoid the things or activities which lead to the hell of their life but you're just opposite...you're still willing to ride horses. You bad times failed to change the joyful spirit in you!! I've got to learned a lot from this video YOU ARE REALLY BRAVE WITH FULL OF COURAGE

[@ralfie8801]

I think you are incredibly brave and have your head screwed on straight. When pain gets to the point that you can’t think straight without being on tons of pain killers, it’s time to weigh your options. You did the right thing in your mind and that’s all that counts. One of my best friends broke two vertebra in his neck in a car accident. He had several surgeries to fuse more and more vertebra in his neck until all of them were fused. The problem was that the pain was supposed to stop when the bone fusions were done, but it only got worse. He ended up killing himself because nothing helped the pain and it was too much for him to bear. That was 11 years ago on November 2, 2007. Intense pain is nothing to mess with and can affect you psychologically. Believe me when I say you absolutely made the right choice. Your husband is very lucky to have an incredibly brave and beautiful person like you in his life.

[@angeliamoore6973]

The rat is adorable. I admire your courage. I wish life had been different for you. Thank you for sharing such a tough experience. You are amazing

[@BABYGIRL-xh4ty]

I love how she is still smiling and not giving up. I’m glad you even more happier! 💕💖💗

[@bobbowring1702]

Love the story Jo. I will follow your story. Here in Kent UK, I had left ankle TT on 3rd December 2013, I am still on high medication still, I have been told that now I have to live with the pain and I also have artritis and C.R.P.S type 2, this started off in the ankle and now traveled up the leg and into my groin. I have been shouting at my GP to sort the pain he then refers me back to the pain team at the hospital and I get told you are on as much pain meds as we can give you and then tell me that my gp has to now take charge. So I feel like I am just banging my head on the wall. I have asked for the leg to be taken off but to no avail.

[@susuoftexas7460]

You ever wonder why random videos come on your KZbin page? I am 51, have had 5 surgeries on my right knee and been in pain since 1982 when I had my first surgery. I had a bad car accident in August and have been on workers comp since then because the wreck shattered the rest if what was left of my knee. Facing a replacement this month, which are common and successful. Here I am laying in bed watching videos, this one comes on my page, what you said about not having a life, unable to do anything like walk the dog and living on pain medication that's me that is how I live my life. While I could chicken out because I am so scared of the pain but the outcome which will be an ability to be off strong pain medication and playing with my future grandchildren. You said exactly how I feel. Wondering if I will regret this decision, but in the end it will give me my life back. Thank you for sharing you never know who you will reach and thank you KZbin gods for putting this on my page. Be blessed and keep sharing. Xoxo

[@FootlessJo]

SM Brew Wow, I can’t thank you enough for sharing your story and encouraging me so much! I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through so much pain, too...I know what that is like. I’m so excited for the possibility of your future with the replacement! Knee replacements are incredible, they have amazing tech behind them and are so very successful from everything I’ve read. It is a courageous, but hard, decision to make. I believe it will lead to freedom in your life, away from so much pain, and I pray that will be the case!

[@samanthawilson4769]

I'm so glad that you were able to make this decision for yourself and that you feel good now. Recovering from surgery is such a long process! But now you can live without pain. Thanks for sharing your story. It was nice to hear someone else's story and your reasoning about how you can continue horseback riding. Wishing you all the best! x

[@milton1448]

You are an inspiration Jo. What a brave attitude and outlook.

[@hgj2019]

Bless your heart! Three people related to or very close to me had amputations for health or injury reasons. I also studied adaptive design at university so hopefully I have greater than average empathy. You were very brave to face this as a solution, and very brave to deal with it in such a healthy, positive way. Your attitude will get you through anything life throws at you. You have an obvious inner strength. Stay strong!

[@sharlyt3557]

“We need to have a talk, Bridget” 😂 too cute! Plus i love your upbeat personality. Happy healing❣️

[@FootlessJo]

Awww haha thank you so much Sharlyt!

[@chloep7442]

You are such a powerful you woman and you are still in shape and are taking a trauma to a teaching moment I just found this channel and then I subscribed the second I came to this channel

[@FootlessJo]

Thank you soooo much Chloe! I truly appreciate that!!

[@SweetPea1964]

Brigette is cute! On another note--unless we go through something ourselves, it's very hard to even imagine what a hardship such as this would even be like, all the way around. I do know you are a very strong woman. It reminds me a bit of making the decision to leave an abusive man even though you still love him. Now THAT I have experience with--a couple times over. Thanks for sharing your story, I'm sure it will inspire many who hear it!

[@kevinhill5596]

I think you made a very courageous and logical decision. Yes you will be riding again and enjoying life. I myself, broke my back and the doctors had me on many pain medications. I was so sick and tired of feeling nauseous daily I stopped taking my meds. I am in pain daily but I find a way to push through the day. Praying for you and your family and thank you for sharing your inspiring story! 💗⚘

[@eyesonyou99]

Jo- you are a beast- a strong and very real woman. Love your attitude. Instead of playing the victim you have seized this as an opportunity for growth. Respect and blessings to you and your family.

[@marilynscull4585]

Bridget is so cute. Keep up the positive attitude and you will recover fast.

[@masterblessed]

My ankle started hurting watching this 😭😭

[@MissJenMichelleXX]

KZbinR UPDATES mine too!

[@lifewithmares1451]

Oml same!

[@samanthahsu860]

MINE TO

[@anavaycannon3603]

KZbinR UPDATES Lml mine too

[@isabellariess8448]

Lol, me too

[@johncoffman2703]

I totally understand the ankle injury. I totally trashed mine in the military and they wanted to pin and fuse it, Lucky I got the right help. For 2 years the pain was awful. I was blessed and at 57 I walk 6 to 10 miles a day with no pain. I can understand why you did what you did and I do know that it was the right course of care. Live your life you are strong and I know you will overcome.

[@michellee.3826]

Let’s talk about the amazing fact this girl KZbin user name is “Footless Jo”. You are rocking that lost gurl!

[@Art-talk]

Me:seeing before video with her and cat, Me:seeing this video with rat Conclusion :cat transformed into rat.

[@absolutelypositively]

Wow... thank you 🙏 !!! Your story hit home so hard it was emotional. My story with some exceptions is the same . Reading yours really hit home.. I’m 60 going on 50, major degenerative/debilitating arthritis in right-ankle, horrible chronic pain (ankle, lower back, unaligned hips), pain medication issues, same story with docs- surgeries (plural) with no guarantees, I could barely walk (my ankle was basically my foot), and I wanted my life back; have always been athletic and involved; swimming /weight training, community )...and on and on....No rats though and I woke up post op smiling (my numbing blocker was working). In two days I try on my prosthesis (surgery was 4/25/19) and hopefully take some steps for the first time in 67 days. I’ll be watching this video every so often because above all, the decision to have your leg amputated is crazy difficult (talk about anxiety!), but you made the right one. Thank you for the reminder of what was. It confirms my decision, which in my gut I knew was the best one. So far so good! I know that there are still hurdles, but bring em’ on!

[@Abi-bw4bj]

You posted this on my birthday I wish I saw this video then. I was going through a really hard time and this I feel like would’ve been comforting in a different way

[@simphiwezungu2124]

I hope you're doing a lot better now💖🤗

[@graceowen4849]

This is the first video of hers I watched and when she showed her leg at the start of the video I jumped in shock. She is so brave and a very good inspiration

[@Kristen242008]

Your rat is adorable! I was honestly having trouble concentrating on your story lol. I was looking for her and trying to see what all she was getting into. I'm glad that you got the amputation done. Living without part of a leg is way better than living in pain.

[@FootlessJo]

Awww haha thank you so much! Isn't she just the cutest!?

[@maudianislamiati1497]

You are one of the most positive person i've ever seen. Keep going, everyone know and always pray for u. God bless, such a beautu soul

[@matthewgray469]

Lost my left leg(below the knee due to infection) 3 years ago. It was a a little rough at first, then when I was in the rehab hospital I saw people much younger than me who will spend the rest of their lives in a wheelchair and I realized I am lucky.I admire your energy and positive attitude.

[@paullasmith4975]

Not to be funny, but seems there's always someone (besides you) who wins the "poor bastard of the day" award. Sometimes, as bad as it seems, it aint that bad.