HOW TO MAKE CARBON FIBER PROSTHESIS! Making My Prosthetic Leg

Making a prosthesis is a skill not all possess. There is a process with many steps to create a prosthetic leg correctly.
I decided I wanted a copper carbon-fiber prosthesis as my final socket. They poured plaster into my test socket. Once it hardened, they formed my carbon fiber socket based on my exact test socket that was already proven to be comfortable for me. They add the actual titanium components from my test socket to my new carbon fiber socket, including my loved All-Pro foot!
After trying on my new carbon fiber socket leg, it didn't seem to hold suction. We tried many combinations of socks, liners, and rings. Eventually, we found the right combination and got it to maintain suction.
Since my prosthetist's office is a 5 hour round trip drive from my house, I stayed the night. We wanted to be entirely sure my socket fit correctly before I signed off on it. Meaning, the prosthetist gets paid by the insurance.
On day two, my residual limb was extremely sore. I had been standing for several hours on fitting day, and now I wasn't comfortable walking at all. But I was determined to find out if the socket was acceptable.
I used the hotel gym to try walking, running, the bicycle, elliptical, and stairs. Then I went outside and tried the pavement of the parking lot as well as a grassy hill before heading back over to the prosthetist's office.
I had two issues. My gait was off. Meaning, my prosthesis was slightly shorter than my sound side and needed extra height. I also needed the back of my knee cut lower so I could bend my knee further.
After fixing both of these issues, my prosthetist rolled out a walking mat connected to his computer to measure my steps. This showed my gait, the weight on each side, my foot' direction, and many other essential aspects.

[@christieg881]

Absolutely wonderful to see you on the equipment!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

It was an incredible feeling just to be able to do those things!

[@mooseontheloose1389]

Thanks for taking us on your adventure! It’s so cool to see how your new leg was made. So much care was take to make sure you have the perfect fit. I’m excited to see you continue on your amazing journey.❤️

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thanks! It was fun to see!

[@mooseontheloose1389]

@@ElectiveAmputation ❤️

[@jongrubbs7148]

It is a wonderful feeling going from temperary to perment socket. It will be comfrontable than you think. It can never rrplace your real leg but no pain and easier to walk makes it all worth it. Stay safe and hop on

[@ElectiveAmputation]

I was really excited about it but I’m having a little trouble adjusting. I’m still very sore. But I think with time it will get more comfortable. I hope anyway.

[@jongrubbs7148]

Yes it does hurt a little but every dsy you can wear less pai and more comfrontabke. Trrust me this time nect year you will be able to wear it without no issues. Stay safe and hop on

[@ElectiveAmputation]

@@jongrubbs7148 I’m very much looking forward to that! Thank you for always being so encouraging!

[@sandiscott4536]

Kerri, just keeps getting better and better! Melanie teaches making carbonated fiber molds in her airframe classes in Wichita. Amazing what can be done with it. Love you ❤️!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thank you for this encouragement! We love you very much!

[@EA5TVVOOD]

Great video!

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Thanks! 😘

[@prisayisrike7910]

This is so cool! How does it feel now?

[@ElectiveAmputation]

It’s still sore. But I think I did too much activity. So I’m taking it easy for a few days.

[@gdub8847]

Why take a limb only to replace it??

[@ElectiveAmputation]

They had me in an adjustable test socket. Today, they made me a carbon fiber socket since my limb stabilized.

[@xiasayas8797]

Hello

[@ElectiveAmputation]

👋🏼

[@xiasayas8797]

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