This is the final piece, part 3 (Part 1, Part 2), in a series describing Awkward Amputee Problems. The first two articles are geared more for those on crutches while part 3 is customized for prosthetic-wearing amputees. I hope that you can either a) relate to this article as an amputee and leave your stories…
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Paste that Pad in!
Paste that Pad in! When someone is getting a new prosthetic device customized (especially at a hip-level) there are a few weeks of trial and error where the patient wears the new leg out and about while taking notes about any discomfort. As time goes on the prosthetist may stick a pad in here or…
Ashly’s Ashes – Sister’s in Christ Guest Speaker 2015
Back in March I was asked to share and speak at the Sister’s in Christ event at Lancaster Bible College. It was an event where women all over the county came together in worship and adoration of God’s love and glory. Besides being a wonderful time they also recorded my story to share with you…
What is an Emergency to a Fake-Leg Doctor?
What is an Emergency to a Fake-Leg Doctor? Each time I call my prosthetic provider the answering service is clear in stating, “If this is an emergency call the after-hours hotline”. I have always wondered what exactly would be considered an emergency to a Prosthetist? It’s not like you can be physically in danger using…
Crutchprints in the Sand’s New Leg
Hello dear friends and followers! It may seem as if I have simply dropped off the face of the earth (or internet) as of late. In reality my new leg has been quite a journey for me and one full of ups and downs! Back in July I received my newest leg which costs over…
You know you are an amputee when…
Being an amputee I feel that humor is such an important part of life! None of these things are to “make fun” of or insult other amputee/handicap people but rather are things that at one point or another I have come across in my own experience and thoughts. Enjoy a smile today! You know you…
