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Cindy Asch-Martin

V-Holds and active BK's

Started by Cindy Asch-Martin in General 2 hours ago. 0 Replies

I am a very active BK, I have had the honor of trying out all the systems (suction, pin & vacuum). I am finding the vacuum on its own is not holding my leg on, so I am having to wear my suspension sleeve. That was the main reason why I gave up…Continue

Janice Trumpie

waterproof prosthetic covers

Started by Janice Trumpie in General. Last reply by Janice Trumpie 6 hours ago. 2 Replies

has anyone used DRYPRO prosthetic covers for swimming? If not, any suggestions?Continue

Terry

Genium. Does anyone else have one?

Started by Terry in General. Last reply by Terry yesterday. 10 Replies

I was just fitted with the new Genium by Otto Bock. An amazing knee that allows me to move almost the same as I did before I lost my leg. However, the blue tooth is a bit of a pain in the ass. Im wondering of anyone else on here has one, and if they…Continue

Nicole Deikun

Movies of Amputees

Started by Nicole Deikun in Off Topic Lounge. Last reply by Perry Kong yesterday. 4 Replies

I've noticed a lot more movies are coming out about people, or animals, with amputations.I just saw 127 hours. It was about that guy who went venturing on the canyons by himself and got his hand caught between two rocks. He eventually had to cut his…Continue

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Julie Bishop replied to Jennifer Edwards's discussion 'Spray tanning for an AK?' in the group Women who happen to be AMPUTEES
I have to agree with Cindy- wear your leg. Since you are a recent AK, I would also worry about swelling while you are standing there with nothing on your leg. I know when I was a new amputee (also RAKA), I would have trouble after standing and not…
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V-Holds and active BK's

I am a very active BK, I have had the honor of trying out all the systems (suction, pin & vacuum). I am finding the vacuum on its own is not holding my leg on, so I am having to wear my suspension sleeve. That was the main reason why I gave up…See More
Discussion posted by Cindy Asch-Martin 2 hours ago
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Cindy Asch-Martin replied to Jennifer Edwards's discussion 'Spray tanning for an AK?' in the group Women who happen to be AMPUTEES
Hi Jennifer, Even though I am a BK I do tan, not spray tan. Until I got my leg I have use the lie down bed because I did not want the hassel of usung my crutches in the stand up. I would highly suggest that if you want to use the cert for a spray…
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