AMPUTEE Chats Ep1 - I WISH I had known this EARLIER! 

Hi Ruy, thanks for this message, and I can really identify with the struggles you've had in the process of losing your leg. I answered another message of yours earlier today, but if you don't see it, just to say thanks for watching the videos and supporting the channel, your feedback is really motivating. All the best for 2023, I hope you're having a positive experience as a quite recent amputee.

I agree! Huge impact for me. I had a fused knee on a messed up, infected leg and Chris confirmed that my amputation would be the best route. Had it done three months ago and my mobility so much better already! I’m loving life.

Hi Samajhdar, I'm truly happy to hear the tip has made a difference. I appreciate your comments and look froward to hearing from you in the future - we can all learn from each other. You too have made, or will make a difference in someone's life.

@@rejoicingbones To hear that you're in a better space is wonderful, thanks for sharing this. I am soooo glad it worked out to be the right decision.

Thanks Kay, I'm excited about starting this idea too. Please send any ideas for topics 🙏

Hi Wynn, thanks for checking in! You're so right - a well fitting socket can 100% change your life. Im curious, how did it go today with the fitting?

@@theampedlife Couldn't be happier Chris, the new socket is perfect! It's been a process over the last couple of months with test sockets to get it right. Can't tell you how happy a good socket feels, as you will know only too well. Thanks for asking. xx Onwards and Upwards.....Happy Days are here again! xx

Great stuff, will do. Thanks for adding your voice David.

Hi Kay, thank you for your kind words.I'm so curious to hear how the new socket has worked out, please let us know!

Hi Kay, how did the new socket work out? Hope you’re comfortable and happy.

Ettienne Schutze For those of the Amped Life community who don’t know Etienne, he is a legend in his own right. Of the many supportive people I’ve met in my 17 years of being an amputee he is a stand out person, completely committed to our well being and to the improvement of our quality of life. He goes well beyond the call of duty to ensure that we have the information, access to opportunity and follow up to realise our potential and dreams as amputees. Thank you Etienne, you and the Össur team in SA are legends too, much needed and appreciated 🙏👍

Indeed. All of us have to make courageous decisions. Which could alter our lives one way or the other. Not only amputees. But we learn from these talks. The decision is ours. Take hold of your life. Controle and great discipline. Lots of good vibes to all. And most important. Th u dear lord for another day. Life is precious. 😊😐👌✊👍

Indeed. Brave. Strong courageous. Motivaters. Examples to face life head on.

Hi Chris. Th u for your great example. To go no matter what. And to your lovely family. Especially Helena. 💕👌✊👍

Hi Timothy, thanks for the message, and I'm sorry to hear about your loss / accident. I hope your recovery is going well, and that you find your way with good prosthetics, and a few changes that we all make. Please check in now and then, and I hope I can continue to give you hope and motivation, it make me happy to hear it helps. All the best mate!

@@theampedlife Hi Chris hope u well. Going to hospital on ,8 th Sept for fitting of my prosthetic foot any advise. Unfortunately going to State hospital.

@@timothygovindasamy5149 hi Timothy, can you ask ahead of time what prosthetics they are giving you? Whare do you live? I’ll see if I can provide any advise to help you.

Hello Im in Durban n I go to King Edward hospital. I tried finding out more about my prostectic but no info as yet

Hi Otto, you're welcome, thanks for watching. Will be doing these more often for sure 👍

Thanks Worth!! Always there with a thumbs up :-)

Hi Dave, I'll gp and read up on the socket you're talking about, it sounds like things have improved for you. Thanks for sharing that with us, as well as for the cover tip. I damaged my knee last week - a cover would have prevented it from happening.

Always a pleasure Paula, thanks for being there during the streaming events :-)

Hi Danie, thanks for your feedback. I’ll be posting this week, so please keep an eye out. I will do an online soon, will definitely 1st send a few notifications. Chat soon!

@@theampedlife looking forward to the upcoming post :)

Hi Pam, thank you for your message and kind words. It's good to hear you feel so assured in your decision to stop the pain and elect to amputate, it must have taken a lot of courage and I really respect you for going down that road. WRT the 1st casting, the most important point I would suggest is to be very assertive and decisive in communicating your needs, discomfort, hopes and potential dissatisfaction (if so) with your prosthetist. Have a strong voice and ask for what you feel you need. I was too "nice" and accepted all he said without regard for my own experience and disagreement with some decisions made on my behalf. This is your body, life, and investment, it's OK to have a strong voice in the process. I do believe the majority of prosthetists do their best, but no one other than yourself is going to wear that leg, in the end your user experience is what counts the most. Research the right prosthetics for your needs. Ask, read, watch and be curious about all the products on offer. make sure your lifestyle needs are best accommodated. I'll be doing a live stream this weekend, please join in and ask your questions real time in the live comments, I'll be happy to answer them, and the viewers offer great advice and support. All the best with the casting, and I hope to see your questions in the live stream. (If you are subbed and the notification bell is checked you will get the notification for day and time - Im still not sure when exactly but will communicate it by Friday latest) Go well and take care!

Yes EXCELLENT topic, I'l do a family chat, please send suggestions or questions if you have any. Thanks!!

Hi Worth, thanks buddy, I really enjoyed making this video - from the heart. Will be doing this more often - just short chars and reflections. MAN I'VE SEEN THE MOVIE! Its beautiful, and only about 30 miles from where I live. I've dived at that spot myself, many many years ago, was amazing to see what I missed all those years. Good to hear from you!

Wow bro, your thoughts are exactly what I was wrestling with back when I had to choose. The best part of deciding to amputate was that finally I know exactly what I was dealing with - no more uncertainty and the chance to get on with life with prosthetics. One of the best decisions of my life. I'll get that tattoo and let you know which was worse!

You bet ... more to follow. Any topics?

@@theampedlife I'd like to learn more about South Africa, maybe give us a walking tour of part of your city or location.

Hi Michael, thanks for the message. Im sorry to hear about what's happened, it must be frustrating to feel held back like this. I have an amputee friend who had a similar situation, but his patience and healing programme paid off, and today he is very mobile and content with his situation. I tend to agree with your practitioner, the right fit keg needs good bodily movement to maximise mobility with prosthetic fit. I really wish you the best, a speedy recovery and a good outcome. Please let us know, I think many struggle with this situation and your feedback will be helpful to all of us. Take care mate

PS Take a look at this article, well worth reading. www.arnolditkin.com/blog/injury/how-to-prevent-amputation-contractures/

So my bars kinda low for complaints

Hi James - I have not but wil go and research it. The combo with the Rheo must be amazing I can imagine.

The Amped Life with Chris I absolutely love it. It’s actually cheaper than the traditional ones and it takes a total of 30 mins from start to finish to make a complete new, perfect fit socket. I’ve had this one for almost 8 months and it still fits like brand new

The Amped Life with Chris here ya go ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-okLjzJKQG3M.html

Hi Phil, do mean lose my leg? If so, it was in 2004.

1998 for me