Meet My NEW LEG!!! 🦿(I Hope?)
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Fourteen years of pain and failed ankle surgeries brought me to 2018, when I made the difficult decision to become a twenty-seven-year-old below-the-knee elective amputee. This channel has documented my journey adjusting to life with a visible disability as an amputee, and continues to be a haven to discuss physical and mental health!
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I use the Ossur ProFlex XC Torsion foot/ankle with a direct socket with passive vaccum suction.
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Really excited to keep testing out this new ankle!! 🦿
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Your ad reads are some of the few I willingly sit through! They aren’t boring like some others and I really appreciate that! You’re such a sunny person you can get me excited about cleaning!
Nerding out right along with you, Jo! New equipment is always a joy.
You're a good content creator you so cool i left a comment for you in the comment section
Thank you for hearting my comment i never expected to be noticed by a famous person like you so yeah you made my day by hearting my comment
Hello my name is Daniel and if you have a moment to chat on here or Instagram that would be great. I'm having some issues at pt for my ankle and pain and I'm wondering about amputation but I'm not sure
Oh my gosh, Jo! Seeing you walk in high heels the first time was such a beautiful moment. Thank you for sharing it with us! 🥺💓
Oh my🥲🥲🥲🥲🥰🤗🤗🤗 Jo this has me tear up... It looks beautiful! And I am so happy you can finally do such a girly thing, that is pretty basic to almost all women❤
And I hope you don't get sore muscles🙈
Agreed!! 💯😁❤️ #davesandersstepdaughter
Loved this moment!! Jo please video your journey to high heels, trying them, fancy dress etc, oh maybe even trying heeled boots.
I doubt it was the first time
Espically with how excided Jo was. It was so heartwarming seeing her trying on heeled shoes for the first time in years.
We salute you sunshine for all your service these past 3 years
As someone who has all my meat limbs it is interesting watching your experiences as well as educational also good information if I did ever lose a limb
Footless Joe, I am an amputee and I would like to know some more about your new leg? Could you please tell me who the manufacturer is? And will insurance pay for it?
Same! I love her videos ^^
@@timothyfellows1522 depending on the country insurance may pay for it most countries pay for most of it but not America
I'm not an amputee, but I find this so interesting! I love seeing how the new technology and how they are able to make prosthetic limbs that give more natural movement and also aid in your comfort and ease of movement overall. So cool! I really hope your insurance approves this for you!
I am the same way. I am so not have any disabilities but my youngest son does. Not an amputee but he is in a wheelchair. It is crazy the technology they have for all types of disabilities. I pray that someone figures out how to make it more affordable
I agree some people think that I'm being insensitive but watching thease videos has answered some questions I have had since I was a child and met an amputee for the first time, a woman who had lost her left arm right at the elbow,I was told it is rude to ask her questions about her arm
"Is it interesting to--" Yes. The answer is yes. Thank you for sharing this little tiny piece of your life with us and giving others a small idea of what it's like to live life in your shoes (pun intended, sorry, I couldn't resist ❤🧡💛💚💙💜)
I just noticed I got a react from the star herself. My life is complete *swooning intensifies* 😄
Whomever designed the articulating ankle prosthetic deserves a gold star by he's or her name. Happy hiking!
Their name
@@ArtHuman15 thanks, came here to say this :)
As a fully meat legged non-amputee: this is utterly fascinating, and the joy in your face when you walked in your heels makes my heart sing ♥️ if your insurance says no, would you consider a gofundme page? I feel like a whole bunch of us would love to help you out 😊 sending you all the love ❤️
“Is it interesting to people who have limbs?”
Jo, I clicked on this video as soon as I got the notification.
I'm facing the possibility of having my foot amputated and it's so helpful to watch your videos and see your story. Thank you so much!
I was surprised to learn that they may amputate more of your leg than is technically necessary in order to make fitting prosthetics easier for you.
Wishing you all the best.😁👍
What ever happens I hope everything goes well Sew Biased ☺️.
Yes they might give u a below the knee amputation ? My foot was bad had infection the doc said be more stable with below the knee but urs may be different ? I will tell u 1 thing if the do a below the knee when you're in the hospital the doctor comes change that bandage I'm feeling you get as much painkiller as you can !!!! Omg im not trying to scare u but dam !! And the phantom pains rub the hell out of ur stump most of its mind stuff just got to block it out !! And when you get a prosthetic u might get itchy 2 words oatmeal soap !! No itch !! Good luck sew
Sorry i put 2 wrong words in sew the 1 is u probaly knew they and where i said feeling i meant telling . sorry about that HGO !!
Non-amputee here: I love watching you talk about this, you seem genuinely happy about it and I just love your energy
The improvements in the new leg are great. Little things do mean a lot to people who have difficulty doing them. I hope you get it worked out so you can keep the new leg.
Jo: I know walking in heels is just a silly thing, but…
Me, who has two meat legs and despises wearing heels: NOO! It is so important!! You’ve wanted this for so long! 😭
As someone who has had reconstructive foot surgery... it is extremely interesting to watch your videos and experiences, as i know there was a chance i might have had an amputation myself.
When you revealed the new leg can perform flexion, I got excited with you because of all the new stuff you'd be able to do. So yes, even as someone who doesn't use prosthetics, this video about a new leg was good viewing
I am NOT an amputee, but my mouth literally dropped open when you showed us the ankle incline. "I know that's anti climactic" and me sitting here AMAZED at what your new leg can do. The tiniest changes can make the hugest differences when dealing with disability. I'm so excited for you!!!
"Both of my feet are flat on the floor" I LITERALLY CLAPPED.
Okay now you're walking in heels and I am in tears. Crying. OH MY GOD THIS IS AMAZING.
Hey Jo after not walking correctly for two years and 5 months since my right below knee amputation I am getting my first leg next week
non-amputee here, i have siblings who have different levels of disabilities, and so accessibility has always been interesting to me, so its cool to see all of the different aspects to your life that i dont think about or experience
1) As someone with all meat limbs, I love your videos, and I got so excited for this video.
2) I would live to see the hiking videos
3) I'm so happy that you get to wear heels and sit more "normally" with this leg!
Having flex in your new ankle is wonderful! Kudos to sunshine for three great years, and hope the new leg with ankle flex is all you want it to be. And surehope the insurance company approved it for you. And to me your pup seems a bit bored by all this "bla bla"! HA! She seems to be thinking, 'Shut up, and take me for a walk already with your fancy new leg!"
No amputee but I'm almost as excited as you just watching and learning about this 🥰 I find it really fascinating and really really interesting ❤️❤️
As a four limbed person, I very much enjoy your videos. You’ve helped me be a better mom to my amputee kitty. I’m so grateful that your videos have taught me so much about muscles and what gets bigger, what gets smaller… and what changes my little man’s life the most was you mentioning how hungry being an amputee makes one. Yes, you ARE using more energy to do the same things non amputees do. My little man tells me every day how hungry his missing back leg makes him. Also, he is now HUGE in the front, super buff. He looks like an orangutan or something, huge front arms and shoulders that taper down to the skinny little waist and pelvis with just his one leg kind of centered back there. I really do enjoy your videos because you’re also speaking for those amputees who can’t. Whether you knew that or not, thank you. Shaka says thanks too! 🐾
It absolutely is interesting to people with all our limbs! I actually assumed most of your viewers would be like me and have all their limbs 🤔
The improvements in leg prosthetics has been amazing. My first leg, 34 years ago, was literally a wooden leg with a leather strap and buckle, a solid rubber foot. It was heavy, unresponsive and coated in pink resin! I had cotton and woolen socks, no silicone liners. Blisters, pressure sores, boils galore, it took a long time to get used to it. Then a new leg of a carbon fibre blade and a thin silicone sock, in 1990! A world of difference! And just getting better! One of the very few benefits of war…..
Jo walks way better in heels for the first time than I ever have~ And yes, I did watch the whole video of you explaining the difference in prosthetics and their socks because these are things I don’t know about when having all meat limbs. Even if these aren’t things I need to know in daily life, learning about them opens the mind to different things I know I take for granted. Thank you for taking time to share your experiences with us, Jo.
Here’s hoping you can keep the new leg!
I got all meat limbs but my grandpa was an amputee. He still had a leg made out of wood and leather. His gait had a limp and even if he never talked about it I feel he always had more issues with his leg than you have. I wish he had one of these legs. I also love the mechanical aspects of these legs. They are so cool.
Congrats on the new leg!! I’m not an amputee but I find it so interesting to listen to disabled people talk abt their lives and what accommodations and aids work for them :)
I'm a student of orthotics and prosthetics, so this is absolutely fascinating! As someone who doesn't use prosthetics its extremely useful for me to hear about you experiences. Hopefully I'll be able to use the things I'm learning on this channel with future patients. So in short, thank you!
As someone with 2 meat legs I like to see how the world is advancing in any area of mobility. Also, new is always exciting.
Seeing you so happy is wonderful! Congrats on your new ankle and wearing heels for the first time.
I love seeing you getting new legs as you look so happy. And I adore watching you live life to the max!
I'm not an amputee but I am disabled and it's really cool to see other people learn to live with, not just around, their disabilities. I'm really glad it seems like your leg is working well for you, and it definitely looks more natural and comfortable for walking. I'd definitely be interested in seeing your hiking videos!
Have all my limbs and love watching you talk about prosthetics and such. For one, it's always interesting to learn more about how people live under conditions I'm not familiar with. Just for general information but also if I one day befriend or meet someone who is an amputee or has a disability it could come in handy. My grandma has walking issues and I've gotten used at analyzing terrain/stairs and general floor conditions looking for potential hazards and difficulties. And another reason I watch full videos talking about prosthetic limbs is that you're a very charismatic speaker so it's always a pleasure to hear you talk about whatever.
Hugs from South America!
Woo! I hope you get to keep the new one! I am not an amputee myself, but I use leg braces (AFO's) so I know something about needing obscenely expensive devices to be able to walk around. I am also definitely going to spend some time thinking of names!
hey, I hope you don't mind me asking, I assume you live in the US. are AFOs ever covered by insurance?
@@chromatilla AFOs are "covered" by insurance in the US as long as you get a prescription from your doctor stating your medical need (ie foot drop, muscle impairments, certain neuromuscular diagnoses, ankle pain, etc). Then you can see an orthotist who can make you one/two. Even though they're covered by insurance, it doesn't mean all insurances will pay 100% of the cost. They are still custom medical devices so they're expensive and depending on the diagnosis, insurance will pay more or less
Whenever Jo smiles, we all smile!! 😊
I love how happy that makes you, and the names are awesome! I get the excitement of trying something new that makes life feel a little bit more "normal". I got new hearing aids for Christmas that directly connect by bluetooth to mobile devices, so I can listen to things (like this video) like I'm wearing earbuds without messing around with any extra connective devices (like with my last hearing aids and the device that hung aound my neck and sat at an awkward elevation). Fingers crossed that your insurance approves you for the new leg.
The excitement about having two feet flat on the ground is so wholesome, this made my day, so happy for you Jo!🥰
I have all my meat parts and I watch every video you put out. I like understanding what it’s like to be someone who lives differently than I do! It’s soooo interesting, but I think your personality really sells me on it :)
When I got my amputation 20 years ago a prosthetist named Milo Collier had the Genesis flex foot which had some articulation. Unfortunately I believe he really pussed the industry off because he and his foot are no longer around. Nice to see there is something else to kind of fill that void. I hope it works well for you!
As a fully limbed person I find your talks so educational. I include the talks about your mental and emotional challenges. My late uncle had lost a leg many years ago. He would never talk about his challenges and I think as a result he suffered more than he needed to.
Ankles are amazing structures that most of us take for granted. Seeing your joy with the new prosthetic, especially putting on the heels, made me feel so happy.
That moment when you realized you would finally be able to walk in heels was totally heartwarming. That look of pure happiness as you realized it was the best thing I've seen in months. May everything work in your favor to allow you to get the new leg.
Hey Jo, I'm also a right leg BKA. Mine is from about 2 years ago, due to complications of diabetes. And very happy to see somebody has come out with an articulating ankle prosthetic. I always have trouble walking up inclines and have been wondering if anybody was working on one of these. My prosthetics are through the VA, and they're usually about 20 years behind so it seems. So I'm very happy for you and hope it works out great. Have a great day. Greetings from Lake City Fl.🇺🇸😎🌴
Am so excited about this for you. Having MS I know what it is like to not be "normal". Recently I was were it was cold. I felt so little pain. Unbelievable. I felt normal. So whatever gives you those feelings fantastic.
Also; your videos are really interesting even to a dual meat legger such as myself! You've helped me put words to my thoughts and emotions more than anyone has ever! You're amazing! Through the good and bad you always seem to be "walkin on sunshine"! Blessings!
Physically disabled person with two meat legs who loves watching your content here. I have some recent lived experience of getting orthotics but most of my knowledge about prosthetics comes from you! I love learning about how other disabled folks experience life.
Hi Jo! I’m a non-amputee, not physically disabled in any way, and I am very interested in watching a video about you getting a new leg. It’s a combination of an interest in science and the intersection between human and mechanical, and your sunny personality. 😊
Looking great! I use the same liner and foot/ankle on my below knee side (my other leg is above the knee). I also use it when I’m driving and riding a spin bike. Works good for me and hope you have good success as well.
Wish model of feet? Is this from ossur?
One vote here to watch whatever Jo wishes to share concerning prosthetics and certainly the hike with Sophie. I think that several millennia ago hiding and distrust of the unfamiliar, helped us survive. In current times we need to grow beyond that old distrust. So show it all, the leg, its care, its use, its challenges. Let's make it familiar and not scary.
It really says a lot about a YT channel when the comments are full of people who don’t even relate to the video content, but keep coming back because we just love her and her personality
Love these kinds of videos! It's wonderful getting to see you gain more freedom and mobility! I am not an amputee but I am disabled and I personally love your videos!
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Does this mean you’re "stepping up" in the world?😘🤣🤣🤣🤣 Sorry 😬😬😬 Yes, this is interesting. 👍
because you asked. I have limbs, and i love to learn something from watching an amputee try out and get a new leg. That is so cool to see what is possible now and what wasn't in the past.
Hi, Jo! Yes, I am not an amputee and watching an entire video about prosthetic legs is very interesting. Please keep doing this. I am a medical student and we don't get a ton of exposure to amputees in school, so having TH-cam creators to watch and learn about different disabilities is so valuable for my education. It's also just cool and fun to learn about other people!
Hi Jo. It's definitely interesting to this non-amputee. You have taught me so much through your videos. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
1st, yes love watching this even when i am not an emputee myself.
2nd, would LOVEEE to see hiking vids!
As a non-amputee but member of the multiple ankle surgeries club, I love getting to cheer you on! I felt that high heel moment viscerally (especially after being told to never wear them again and having gone through mom throwing out all the shoes my doctors told me never to wear when I was a teen/early 20s). Also, I fully support any and all dog cameo moments and all the snoot boops!
As someone with all my limbs intact, yes, your videos are very interesting! As someone with Tourette Syndrome severe enough to affect almost every social interaction I have, I completely understand what you mean about the little things that make you feel more normal.
Hey Jo.. just had a transmetatarsal amputation the other day due to diabetes. Have been watching your videos for a while now for information. I'm thinking of getting an Iwalk to get over the initial recovery. Good idea or no?
She made a video about it a while ago, if I'm not mistaken. I recall she said that it was a good device to have while waiting for a prosthetic, that it's more comfortable than regular crutches, let alone a wheelchair. She said it was affordable, too. So, while there are many limitations to it, I think she said it's a good option while you wait for a more permanent solution. I hope this helps, but try and find the video, she obviously explains it better lol. Good luck on your journey!!
I think it's an awesome addition to your 'leg' collection! As a non-amputee, I do enjoy your content because you cover things that I can learn from and experience through your eyes. By the way, nothing is silly or stupid if it brings you joy! I'm looking forward to your trip videos.
I’ve watched from the beginning of your channel Jo, seeing you walk and the pure joy in your eyes made me happy too. There were so many tears shed.
Non-amputee fan here: Jo, I love your energy and I keep coming back. Even when you're having a difficult period in your life, you seem to thrive. Plus It's awesome to see people figure out how to use technology to make lives easier.
I just LOVE watching videos about specialized equipment and tools, disability aids being one of those things. I love to hear about individual experiences and the small details, and what works for each individual and specific tips and tricks each person uses to make their tools most suitable for them. It’s like getting glimpses into other people’s lives which have a very different “normal” than mine, so I find this very interesting and thank you for sharing!
I´m not an amputee but love watching all your videos about being an amputee and prosthetics because I really like insight in the struggles of other people. This may sound strange but it´s one of many ways which help me cultivate an empathic and understanding mindset towards people.
I have been recovering from my third surgery since 2019 and found your page while surfing TH-cam. I have watched some of your older videos and am so impressed with you. I am not an amputee but do have medical issues. It is awesome that you can share that what we experience and what life throws at us is a universal thing that people experience. Wether it’s our health, relationships, pets, religion or legal matters. As a person who deals with medical pain and PTSD it was helpful to hear from you. Good to see someone from my hometown doing well. Please keep inspiring us.
Two meat legs here. I love your channel. I'm not even sure how it came across my feed, but I've been subscribed for a while. I love the longer videos like today. I love being educated about things I'm not familiar with such as prosthetic legs espexially learning the differences between what is shown on television or movies and real life.
Not an amputee, but you are one of my comfort TH-camrs, and watching your videos over the years has taught me so much about the disabled and amputee community. Thank you so much for sharing your journey!
Jo!! Soo happy for you and your new leg!!! I need to take a minute and tell you how you’ve honest to goodness saved me in the past few months. I had my leg amputated at the end of February (BKA) and it was difficult to say the least but as I got closer to getting my prosthetic leg, and then found your channel, I became way more hopeful!!! From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much!!!! I thank you a million times, as does my family. Many prayers and much love being sent your way sweet and beautiful girl!! 💖💖💖💖 🦵 🦵 🦵 🦵 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼👏👏👏👏
I'd have never thought about things like sitting with both feet on the floor or getting to stand in high heels, but hearing you talk about them it makes complete sense that they'd mean so much to you! No need to minimize or say that they're superficial - I'm so happy you can find joy in those life upgrades!
Honestly prior to watching your videos I had 0 Interest in watching this type of video. But the way you are so open and honest about everything makes things a million times more entertaining and educational for me.
Oh Jo u got me good, seeing that moment of you on the heels just touched my soul. As a young very active guy, to me my legs are my life and also with my trades work, my livelihood.
I have shown your channel to family and friends and they do seem weirded out by my watching a channel all based around beeing a amputee.
Personally I do have a medical condition (MS) that is unseen, and the effects from it may one day take my legs away. Knowing this I stumbled by one of your videos and thought I might as well see what my life may have to become. Since than your energy and storytelling has kept me returning.
Seeing your stride in the new ankle really looks amazing and I am so happy for you, especially as a soccer player I feel I connect with the emotions you express over what most may think trivial about certain features of your different legs.
Keep on moving Jo, I never thought that as a 29 y/o guy that Id be excited to see your video with a fresh pair of proper heels.
As a fully 'meat-legged' individual, yes we will watch a 12+ minute video of someone talking about their new ankle. I love learning about other's experiences and you love sharing. It's a good match. Thanks Jo!
Congrats on the hopefully new ankle! I have all my original limbs, but I love your channel and you sharing all of these small details about your life with us; for me it's really helped me finish getting past my long-time fear of amputation, so I can be a better ally to amputees and others with limb differences, because now the first thing I feel/think when I see someone with a limb difference isn't visceral fear of losing my own bodily integrity, it's just "Oh, they have a limb difference, I should make sure this situation is accessible for them, and be ready to help if they ask."
It means a lot to me, that I'm getting there, because I've had this fear since I was little, so thank you for that! And also, you're just a nice, friendly person, and it feels good to watch your stuff.
As a physical therapy student with two legs, I love your videos! I am super intrigued by prosthetics. I've learned about them in class, but it's great to have a first hand account of some of the nuances that there isn't time to discuss in class. Thank you for your content, Jo! Also, sending healing vibes your way!
Jo! I shed a pair of tears of happiness when you tried the high heels, fantastic. High heels are fun! Then such a fantastic word game you managed to make, filming the ancle and talking about footage! Congratulations.
Aww Jo! It’s wonderful to see you enjoying wins. My heart was so heavy for you watching your video where you shared the pain you are going through.
And yes, as a person who hasn’t experienced amputation, I find your videos endlessly fascinating. I love watching people learning about themselves and their bodies. I also love cheering people on…sending light, loves, and prayers out to someone. Especially someone who is willing to put themselves out there in hopes of educating and supporting others. I think it’s a really beautiful part of humanity….I think you’re a really beautiful part of humanity. In a world that so desperately needs people like you in it….your honestly, your light, your passion, your compassion.
As a 4/4 limb haver, I like watching videos about prosthetics. In no way do I ever mean to glamorise or romantise losing a limb, I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to lose a part of you, but I do admire the advance in technology. ps: Love you Jo, it’s good to see you back
Another person with all their limbs who watches your channel. When I was an engineering student way back in the 80s one of the career paths I considered was making medical devices such as prostates. I wound up going in a different direction, but always have some love for the path I didn’t take. I sincerely hope technology continues to improve your life (well, everyone’s really). Watching you try on heals for the first time was delightful (I never got the hang of walking in them). Wishing you all the best on your travels
Hubby had his cast done yesterday for his socket and subsequent practice leg. If insurance cooperates, he’ll have it in 3 weeks! He’s so excited. Since we have a ramp and my husband walks some rugged terrain at times, the prosthetist said he was going to go with a more flexible ankle.
Exciting for me too…my left shoulder is ripped up from pushing him in his wheelchair since March.😮💨💪🏻
Hope your insurance company understands Jo! Good luck getting the new leg!
As someone who’s trying to decide on my own amputation as well after an accident that’s left my ankle with 10% of function, I THANK YOU so so much for your positivity openness etc and sharing because it truly helps and it’s a hard hard choice
As a human with all my meat limbs- you are a ray of sunshine in my life. I missed you while you were healing, but so glad you gave yourself the time you did. I see you blossoming. Be gentle with yourself. Stay rad. 🤘
Doctor here, I love these videos! They are so interesting and you have taught me more about this than med school has. I loved the look on your face and your genuine excitement about having an ankle, I can’t imagine how amazing it must feel ♥️🥰
One of the cool things about TH-cam and the internet, is learning about things and people you might not otherwise. I don’t personally know an amputee, but I love your videos. Something about the way someone else experiences the world, idk, helps me be more understanding and compassionate.
Best of luck with the insurance, hope the new leg is covered! 🤞
I just got my first prosthesis last week (RBKA) and I talked my prosthetist into giving me a hydraulic ankle. Since I have nothing to compare it to then I won't try, but what I can say is that once you get used to it the motion is very natural. I immediately recognized that slip as Jo got off the couch. When you have a meat foot, you don't need to worry about any return energy being stored in your foot as your calf muscle helps with the return when you need it. But in the prosthesis, as you roll forward onto your foot then the carbon fiber "pad" under your foot gets loaded up and wants to kick out on you a bit. This is fairly easily controlled once you know that it's coming. I pretty much have it under control now and only see it now when my leg is tired.
Non-amputee chiming in to say that ALL of your content is riveting Jo, but learning the ins and outs of prosthetics and how little changes can make a huge difference in terms of functionality is fascinating! I have people in my life who use prosthetics or are without a limb and there are certainly questions I can find difficult to ask - your openness and overt fascination with the topic yourself makes it feel like we're on this learning journey together ☺
Edit: We definitely need to see some of your hiking journey! I'm glad you're taking the opportunity to get out and explore, and I hope it goes wonderfully for you and Sophie!
Hey, lurker here! I'm completely abled but I have always found various prosthetic and bioengineering videos so fascinating!! I LOVE your videos :)
Watching you laugh at your little clumsy steps, and seeing the giddiness on your face form as you walked just a little more smoothly? I cried girl. Keep it up with your incredibly fun and informative content
As a non-amputee i love your videos. I have always been fascinated with prosthesis and this is just amazing.
Also, please post videos of your hiking adventures! That sounds like so much fun and we all would love to see it!
Even though I have all of my meat limbs I find your videos so interesting and seeing the little things like your feet being even on the floor when you are sitting or seeing you walk in high heels for the first time is just amazing. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.
Oh man I actually have tears in my eyes, I am so happy that with this new ankle so many new doors have opened for you! I have Spina Bifida and am paralyzed from the tops of my hips downwards. So I am in a manual wheelchair. High heels (or anything other than sneakers tbh) were never really something that were given to me as an option to wear, until I was in my early 20's and decided to explore to see what I could wear on my own terms. Through this exploration I got my first pair of heels, and it was definitely an emotional moment to finally get to wear something most able bodied woman take for granted; but I thought was not available to me. Fast forward to today, after an accident I no longer can wear womens shoes. Which unfortunately excludes high heels (unless there are mens high heels, or heeled shoes, which I am definitely hopeful as a possibility in the future). But watching this brought back some good familiar memories, and some inspiration. That is definitely a cool ankle and I hope it helps your discomfort!
Jo I really love your videos! I had a stroke several years ago so I fully understand how it feels to once again be able to do things you haven’t been able to do for a long time. My friend I mentioned to you earlier is celebrating his 85th birthday 🎂 today and I can’t wait to share this video with him. Just an fyi, learning to stand and wait for everything to catch up with you is just a good way to prepare for being a senior citizen!! Your the best! Hug’s and Blessings 🥰❤️🌹🐶🙏
Got all four meat limbs here but I find your channel so uplifting and it's great to be able to share the joy of this moment with you.
Girl! If the insurance doesn't pay for it ( they will, I'M SURE OF IT!), but if they don't, open a kickstarter or whatever people are using now to raise money, I'm sure we all can agree that we would be more than willing to donate and help you get it!💕💕💕
I find this interesting, and I’m a blind person who wears prosthetic eyes. It’s fascinating to learn about prosthetic limbs, and folks living with disabilities completely different from mine. Fun fact: I actually strode around my apartment without moving my right ankle to see what it’s like to have no flexibility in one of my ankles. I still don’t understand why both of your feet couldn’t sit flat on the floor when you would sit using the previous leg, but I think it’s because I don’t know what the previous prosthetic looks like. I’m so happy that you have a prosthetic leg with a moving ankle!
I have all 4 limbs and I find this interesting. I think the reason I even found your channel is that a few years ago I wanted to know how guide dogs do their jobs and I watched a few videos.
Jo, thank you for making this video. As a rheumatoid arthritis patient, I’ve had three orthopedic surgeries, and I anticipate having more in my life. Thank you for de-mystifying life after an amputation.
Hey Jo I wanted to tell you how much you helped my family. My dad got a below knee surgery about a week ago, and when he found this out he found TH-cam. While I went to TikTok and found you. So I knew how to help him and he knew what to expect when the surgery happened and I just wanted to say thank you.♥️
As a disabled person it is interesting to see how people with other disabilities live. Your story is hard you have lived through a lot and I completely respect you for it ☺️
Are people without prosthetic limbs interested in watching your video and following your struggles...heck yeah. Because we can walk the proverbial mile in their shoes...even if one of those is manufactured by man. I love experiencing the world vicariously through others, because not only are we all different, we all have different views even about things that are the same. Does it help that you are open and honest with a quirky sense of humor...yes...yes it does. Im still struggling to get off the floor after the "walking on sunshine" gag...that had me rolling :) Your almost 730,000 subscribers think youre doing something right.
And as much as I watch you for your humor, I gotta love the tech thats involved in assisting you on two legs again. Fascinating stuff.
I have all 4 meat limbs. I find these FUN to watch. Half of it is your personality, 1/4 of it is wanting to know about med tech, and the remaining quarter is because I love learning to understand people that I’m different from
Girl, my natural ankle BARELY bends that much. When forming an acute angle with the toe? Yeah. That’s the range I have…
Thank you for opening the window into your life. I loved the moment that you stood on heels, I'm so happy for you and have all my fingers crossed that this new prosthetic will be yours. I have all my meat limbs and I follow you because the window you open is breaking down the barrier. Enjoy your trip
As someone who isn’t an amputee I am finding this video both interesting and educational. Also I like seeing how excited you are, it warms my heart
As someone with 2 meat legs, I really just enjoy your vibe and energy and how you approach life! It's fun to learn about your various tribulations and successes! I will keep watching no matter what you post ❤️