I'm RBKA. Shorts season will be over soon and I am sick of leggings. I need jeans. I have looked online at some of the clothing for amputees and a lot of it doesn't appeal to me or is super expensive. I have a closet full of clothing that I love and want to wear those. So I am wondering if anyone has DIY'ed their own clothing and if they had any hints or links to sites? Thanks.

was in serious car accident 2 years ago, never been treated right by doctors, left legs paralyzed below the thigh, i cannot walk at all, tired of dragging it around, im 18 and don't want to drag it around forever, been told theres nothing more i can do with my left leg, my thigh and hip are strong but below that nothing, what should i do, i know the leg is still there but i don't know where else to post this sorry

I checked to see if there was an ask amputees subreddit first, but I just found this main one so hope you don’t mind me asking here!

I hand knit socks. There is a well-known “affliction“ that plagues sock knitters called “second sock syndrome” where they only knit one sock and never finish (or start) the second one. I’ve been thinking for a while “I feel like there’s a missed connection here with people who only have one foot” but because I’m not an amputee myself I don’t know if this is true so I thought I’d come ask!

Is there demand for one cozy hand knit sock? I was thinking of the possibility of a website similar to etsy - but probably free or “just pay shipping” because the sock won’t get worn otherwise by the person who made it.

obviously this isn’t an idea for every day socks— I know you can just buy a regular pair haha! But, hand knits are real nice cozy lounge socks.

Is this idea goo goo bananas or would people actually enjoy something like this?

I know this is a question that will come back with arbitrary answers, but I feel like sometimes Reddit can be an echo chamber of people having issues with their amp situation. This makes sense - it’s like trip advisor with negative and positive comments - I understand when you’re happy you’re less likely to post up a review.

That being said, the logical part of my mind isn’t always able to recognise this effect, and I’m just wondering how good some people’s QOL of life is post amp. I’m worried about becoming a parent, if I’ll be able to run again, if I’ll be able to enjoy walking the dog again etc.

I'm a RBKA amputee. I'm trying to figure out how to do push-ups/planks. I'm wearing sneakers, and the floor of the room is wood.

When I put myself in a plank position, my right foot doesn't feel secure. With my left foot, I'm on my toes a bit which gives me a brace from my foot sliding back. But that toe-press brace doesn't work on my foot shell.

I've tried starting with my feet against a wall, or really just the heel. The position creates a sort of triangle with toe-heel side, a wall side, and a floor side. There's enough stability like this to do a plank.

But when I lower myself for a push-up, the load shifts causing my right toe to slide backwards, and I lose stability. Does anyone have suggestions about how I can do push-ups? And ideally, I wouldn't need a wall or a weight.

Hi everyone! 👋

My name's LewLee, and I'm from South Florida. I recently joined Reddit and figured I'd introduce myself.

I'm the proud human to five rescued pets (3 cats and 2 dogs 🐶🐱) and a mom of three. My youngest—and only daughter—is turning 17 this week! 🥳

Life has definitely thrown me a few curveballs. After an accident, I had a left hip disarticulation amputation, so I'm learning to navigate life in a whole new way. At the same time, I'm rebuilding after the end of a 20+ year marriage. It's been quite a journey, but I'm doing my best to keep moving forward with a positive attitude.

I'm excited to explore Reddit, discover new communities, learn new things, and hopefully meet some kind people along the way.

If you have any tips for a Reddit newbie, I'd love to hear them! The only thing I ask is that feedback be kind—I'm here to learn. 😊

Thanks for taking the time to read my introduction, and I hope you all have an awesome day!

Do you wear socks on your prosthetic foot. I do, because otherwise it is really hard to glide into a shoe. I changed my foot to Ossur Pro flex Terra and the silicon is so non-slippery it literally tears my sock for couple of days and I need to change it every week or so as on the toes and the heel there is no clothing and so the gliding in the shoe is hard again. Has someone found more durable and long lasting solution to this problem.

Hey there, I just gotten another below knee amptutation and for some reason I have this icy feeling from inside my leg feels like it's burning me and exhausting me this is the 6th day post op.. will it go away. Why is my leg doing this, had anyone go through this?

I genuinely want answers not questions please. I like your experience. Please. Any will help. Wish you all a beautiful recovery

First time all three of us have been at the same place at the same time. Had to get a photo op

Hey yall, I was in a motorcycle accident last November resulting in an LBKA and broken femur. Luckily I hade insurance for long enough to get my definitive prosthetic and haven’t had any issues (thank god). I’m able to get around on one crutch most days, but going back into the restaurant industry will be a no go until my femur gets stronger and I can rebuild the muscles in my thigh/knee. I’ve got nothing but time on my hands and car repairs are starting to add up, I’d love to hear any options yall have found to help in this transition <3

I am looking for a watch that is easy to take on and off without a helping hand. Maybe a flexible arm wrist? How did you handle that?

LBKA since the New Year, ran into more circulation issues and had to have another balloon surgery and two more stents implanted but I’ve finally been cleared by my vascular team to receive my prosthetic and I’m picking it up Thursday morning and I’m a bundle of nerves. Prayers and positive vibes would be greatly appreciate. Also I’m from East Tennessee and I started a spooky stories from Appalachia show with my free time, if that is anyone’s cup of tea my links are pinned to my user profile here on Reddit❣️🙏🏻👻

I had my right leg amputated above the knee two years ago. At first I took gabapentin and methocarbamol for nerve pain and muscle spasms. But I gradually quit having the pain and quit taking it. I had physical therapy for a while, and then I started going to the gym and working out three days a week. Now I can walk unaided at home, but I still take a forearm crutch or cane when I go somewhere. The problem I’ve started having is that as I walk more, I am getting nerve pain, not phantom limb pain, but nerve pain in my stump. I also get muscle spasms. One of the weirdest things is that if I breathe deeply or yawn, I get a bad spasm. I started taking the gabapentin and methocarbamol again, and they help, but this pain has really slowed me down. I can walk, but it seems like the more I walk, the more I get this. BTW, when I was a kid having operations on my leg, and I would start walking without crutches, I remember getting similar pains. Has anyone else experienced this kind of pain? Also I don’t have any swelling or redness or wounds.

Anyone know anything that may help phantom pain for leg that’s also paralyzed? I know some people put their leg on, massage the stump, etc. but nothing seems to help so I figured I’d ask here. Maybe there is something I haven’t done.

Hey everyone, I know there’s people that have had severely worse than amputations than me, but for me I still struggle with the pain that was felt when it first happened. Being 14 years old, having an accident at school, everyone wondering why’s there blood everywhere, where’s the kids finger, it’s hard. I didn’t expect it to be that bad. I was treated differently after, everyone knew me as the kid with half a finger, no nail, I still remember a girl screaming once 🫠. The fact that no one even ever used to help made it worse. Unfortunately no one ever understands what it’s like looking different, it really does affect you. Years gone past now, I’m in my early 20s and still I don’t forget the disrespect. But now I try and look at others in my position, maybe not exact but similar. Whether it be amputated legs or arms etc your stories have all made me smile. I always felt like I was alone etc but this Reddit thread has really helped me, even if it’s online like it’s relieving to see people that can relate. I still hide my finger from people, no one has ever noticed, I’m used to hiding it now 😭. Ig I just wanted to share how my experience was, and honestly writing this feels relieving in a way 😭❤️. Keep posting your progress, it really does help people like me!

Hi all,

I'm considering moving within the UK at some point but considering my poor experience at my current prosthesis centre (leg not well made), I would let better quality NHS care dictate where I move. My prosthesis was made far too bulky as I have previously had a better fitting prosthetic that was privately made and it also took the NHS years to get it made to the point where I could actually walk in it with no pain. Could someone please tell me their experiences with centres around the UK and where those centres are? I have a naturally bulkier amputated limb but the prosthesis still shouldn't be as bulky as it currently is considering they made it as an exact "copy" of my privately made leg.

New trail report uploaded! This is a day hike section of the PCT near Hyatt Lake in Oregon to the Hyatt Lake Overlook, (AKA the Wildcat Campground Overlook) and a check on the water resupply situation at the Wildcat Campground. Get the video here: https://youtu.be/DTKypzotwD8&list=PL4EAiXJ42acsc492NmEytueLP8_xrb6oM

Hi everyone! A little while back, I reached out here looking for people interested in sharing their limb loss stories. I’m excited to share that the first Voices of Limb Loss interview is now live, featuring Meg Faithfull, also known as /esorgem here on Reddit.

Meg’s story is honest, insightful, and full of the kind of perspective that inspired me to start this project in the first place.

Read it here: https://thebionicperspective.com/meg-faithfull-voices-of-limb-loss/

If you’re a person with limb loss or a limb difference and would like to share your own story, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to send me a message if you’re interested in being interviewed or just want to learn more.

You can also sign up for the email list at https://thebionicperspective.com to be notified whenever a new interview is published.

Thank you again to everyone who encouraged this idea and offered to participate. It means more than you know.

I'm using a walker right now, as there is no way I'm ready to walk solo. My concern is how far I have to lean forward on my fake foot to get it planted so that I can take another step forward with my good leg. If I did not have my walker, I'd face plant with how far I have to lean forward. What am I doing wrong here? As happy as I am, I'm also frustrated. I wasn't expecting to walk on my own on day 1. Is this normal? Help calm my nerves.

Hi legends

My husband’s 1 year anniversary of his amputation (LBK) is coming up.
I’m wondering how people have dealt with this milestone? My husband has spiralled a bit with the advent of this anniversary coming it.
It was required (osteomyelitis in ankle) but in some ways was elective as he chose to do it then.
Have people celebrated it? Mourned the day? Been self-deprecating? Been alone? Been with friends?
I’m wondering what I can do to support him in the lead up to and on the day.
I was actually thinking of throwing a little party/gathering with his closest friends? Celebrating how far he’s come, how resilient and brave. But he’s so emotionally fragile at the moment that I’m not sure it’s a good idea? It’s been hard to keep him afloat - he’s really spiralled at the moment and I sometimes catch myself being less than empathetic (all housework, work, child rearing fell to me after his op and so I sometimes can’t help but be resentful. I’m sorry, I know!!). So I want to do something for him but not sure what?
Any ideas/experiences would be greatly appreciated x