[AMP-L] What Doctors Don't Understand About Limb Loss

[Wayne Renardson]

via Amplitude:

Several years ago, I found myself sitting in the doctor´s office staring at 
the wall, not sure of how to even begin the conversation. As an 
above-knee amputee, I was struggling with chronic lower back pain, 
some knee pain, and a sore and swollen ankle due to a fallen arch. The 
physical nature of these complaints was difficult to manage, but it was 
the emotional toll that hit the hardest. I felt weak, held back, stuck.  

As I explained these frustrations to my doctor, I think he sensed my 
sadness. In an attempt to lift my spirits, he explained, "These are very 
common complaints. Your amputation is quite high. You´re doing so 
much with what you have." At that moment, though, I didn´t want to 
hear that I was doing well for what I have. I wanted an action plan to be  
back at my prime.

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Wayne R.