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Off-Topic => Off-Topic: Talk about anything you want. => Topic started by: Ohio Buckeye on January 09, 2008, 07:57:36 AM

Title: an update on leg
Post by: Ohio Buckeye on January 09, 2008, 07:57:36 AM

went to see surgeon yesterday for 3rd post-op visit.
he released me and said to come back if I have a problem.
gave me a prescription for a stump shrinker which is supposed to help
mold my stump into cone shape.
then I can go to get fitted for prosthesis.
good news.  I just hope it is not too difficult to learn to walk on one.
physical therapy people will come out to help.
said I will start using a walker.
don't know how long it takes to get prosthesis.
have appt. next Tues. for fitting.
Looking forward to driving, walking, playing with grandson.
I have so much to be thankful for.

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: okarol on January 09, 2008, 08:09:23 AM

You have such a good attitude after all you've been thru OB, best of luck with your leg and your future!
 :cuddle;

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: Sluff on January 09, 2008, 09:52:45 AM

Well that is fantastic news! OB.   :bandance;  :bandance; maybe you will make it to chicago if we have the reunion there this year.

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: thegrammalady on January 09, 2008, 10:04:10 AM

glad to hear things are going so well. karol is right you have a wonderful attitude.

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: Joe Paul on January 09, 2008, 10:15:49 AM

Glad to hear you are doing good  :thumbup;

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: Ang on January 09, 2008, 07:13:53 PM

great  attitude :thumbup;

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: goofynina on January 09, 2008, 08:43:42 PM

Keep up those spirits O.B.  :waving; and YES, you do have alot to be thankful for (we all do)   :grouphug;

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: Mimi on January 09, 2008, 09:03:03 PM

What we can't cure, we must endure,OB.   Seems like you are doing a great job of enduring.  And I know it hasn't been easy.  Good luck to you, my prayers are with you..

Mimi

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: Black on January 09, 2008, 10:19:06 PM

Don't know if you recall my telling you about my brother-in-law going through the same thing.  He said to stay on top of the skin condition on the stump - easier to prevent a skin break down than to heal one.   They may have to adjust the shape and the padding you use several times but be patient they will eventually get it right.  Also, don't get discouraged on the first leg they give you.  Just make sure it fits well and keep going back until it does.  The temporary ones are not nearly as good as the permanent one you get in several months, to a year.  My BIL hunts, fishes, works around the house, cuts grass, etc. almost as easy as he did before, and the prosthetic leg and foot don't hurt like the other one does.

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: Bajanne on January 10, 2008, 02:03:02 AM

thanks for sharing that with us.  You are in my thoughts and prayers always.  Keep on keeping on!!

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: rose1999 on January 10, 2008, 10:45:37 AM

Wishing you the very best of luck,
 :grouphug;

Title: Re: an update on leg
Post by: 2_DallasCowboys on January 10, 2008, 10:53:54 AM

Sending you the best of luck and prayers, OB-
you have a tremedously good spirit- keep
positive! :bandance; :bandance;

Anne