Born with Wonky Feet

Since leaving Queen Mary’s a lot has happened. The feet that I have been given is absolutely amazing. It works in the same way that a running blade does, just on a smaller scale. It is good for everyday use but it is also good for running. Using them is great as you can really smoothly get the heel to toe action you need for walking comfortably. I have learnt to use my prosthetics pretty competently, although I have tripped a few times. I have covered a lot of different types of terrain too. I have walked quite a bit through the woods with little problem, only becomes an issues when the ground is wet and soft but it is still easily navigated. I have been to sand and pebble beaches. Sand wasn’t too much of an issue, even when getting to the edge of the water. Pebble beaches are only a problem when going uphill, I have to really dig my feet into the pebbles with each step so I don’t slip back down. Snow is fine, although ice is a nightmare. I think overall I am confident enough w...

It’s been 3 years since I had my amputation and I have come a long way. I have accomplished quite a bit but I am also still working though others. I realise I didn’t actually make a post about my time at Kingston and Roehampton post op. Lauren and me travelled to Kingston Hospital the night before my operation, Lauren stayed with me until about 10pm and spent about an hour rubbing my feet and legs. They felt better then they had done in a while, to be honest I had pretty much no pain. So thank you Lauren you are fucking amazing. I cannot explain how appreciative I am, because of you my last hours spent with my wonky feet were pain free. After a cry and a cuddle Lauren went and I didn't see her again until the morning just before my op. The operation went well and Mr. W was able to do both legs in one operation. Once it was over I was kept in recovery for longer than hoped as my blood pressure was low and it wasn’t going up. Also I had been telling the nurses there th...