Hi superwoman Marion lol, nice to hear from you again! Finding a knee at a pawn shop!? I'd love to have seen the shop owner's reaction! I guess the seller lost big at the casino, and it was a desperate last move ... it's really quite sad to even imagine that this might have happened to an amputee. I'm real happy that you're feeling more confident, if you can try some of the exercises I suggested for balance, I think it might help. I'm doing another video on gait this week, maybe there is something in there that really helps you too. Yes, choosing the right prosthetic setup is sooooo crucial. I used the OB 3R60 as my 1st knee, which was fine but really held me back for the 1st 12 years. Nothing wrong with the knee, its really good, just not for my lifestyle. I tried e few others before I changed to my current knee, which was a game changer. Since I started on the Ossur Rheo XC my quality life has improved exponentially. Ultimately it is the combination of socket, liner, knee, and foot that comes together as the "total solution" (as Ossur calls it) which got me to the place I am now. 1. No more infections 2. No more falling 3. I can look up when I walk, no more staring at the ground 4. No more dropping things to have to hold onto something 5. A much improved gait etc ... etc... The foot I use, the Ossur Proprio, is also phenomenal. As you can tell by now, I'm a big Ossur fanboy :-) But a lot of credit has to go to my prosthetist Eugene who has done an incredible job in making the right socket for me. Without the right socket even the best gear loses its value. A last word on footwear, it is soooo critical to get it right. I use only two pairs of shoes, the pair I use almost every day are the Salomon Speedcross 4. Please will you try these, they are light, very grippy, and sit very snugly on the foot - so that the foot movement in the shoe is close to nil when you walk. I wear these with anything I dress in, even a tux if I have too. I don't care what it looks like, I really appreciate what it feels like and that I am safe. Let me know when you've tried it, I'd be very curious to hear what you think :-) Take care, be safe, stay healthy!

Hi, thanks for sharing your thoughts. I agree with you, there will be many more possibilities, for different amputees with their specific needs. We are all unique and should pursue a solution best suited to our situation. Also, yes it would be great if there were more amputees sharing their experience, the more info we have the better we can prepare and decide on the best way forward. It's for this reason that I started a live streaming platform for many amputees to come together and ask questions and offer answers. Please join us for the next one coming soon, would be great to have you there. Thanks of watching!

Hi, please do - I'd love to hear them. Sorry I only saw your message now ... not sure why I missed it.

Thank you! Yeah I love my prosthetic setup, it sure changed my life That is not an exaggeration! :-)

I am a KD currently trialling the Rheo XC after 3 yrs on the OB 3r60 (1st knee). Overall I prefer the Rheo (I can jog, and load bear with a great degree of flexion, things which weren't possible on the OB) but I am finding that I am working my hip flexors like a MF with the Rheo for fear of catching my toe (perhaps a setup issue) and that it is not suitable for club cycling (my main sporting hobby) would be great to a vc with you some time. atb Valente @@theampedlife

Hi Russell, thanks a ton for your comments and for the kind words. When I see this it really motivates and inspires to keep on posting video's. Please let me know if you have any topics you think would be helpful for our community / amputees. Best regards

Thanks you!

I look forward to hearing more from you, thanks for joining the community! Also, Ill be doing live shows / streams soon, please join and ask questions real time - would love to have you there. All the best with your journey, you have a lot of support from all of us - just ask!

Im not familiar to Orion, but I'm going to check it out. The foot I've used is the Pro Flex Torsion LP and Proprio, both the best I've used so far. I agree, the loaner needs a complete setup to be able to judge for sure ... this is where its all about your prosthetist being the right person, so important.

Mike Hill Hi Mike, thanks for your message. I’m sorry to hear about what you’re possibly facing, all the best with what you’re dealing with at the moment. For what it’s worth I have an amazing, full life as an amputee. Please feel free to ask if you’re needing some information on how I dealt with aspects of the changes I needed to make. Hope all works out well for you, it sounds like you have a healthy sense of humour which always helps in difficult situations.!

Hey Wynn, thanks a ton for your comments and for sharing whats happening in your life with (dis)ability. Congrats on the OB Kenevo knee! Thats exciting stuff, I've heard from a mate in the business that it's super reliable, safe and gives great confidence in how effective the resistance is going up and down inclines. As I said in the video, walking well is the no1 priority, it's really cool to hear that this is going well for you. I once owned the previous generation VW California Van - a green beast with a diesel engine and a stick shift, its an awesome lifestyle vehicle - I'm so stoked for what you're doing for yourself! I hope you're loving it considering how your year has been. I really hope that things keep getting better for you ... be safe, have fun!

I am a below the knee left leg I still have my left kneecap and about a quarter of my leg down from my left kneecap I just don’t have the rest of my left leg and I don’t have a left foot. So would this Ottoboc Kenevo be good for me be the best for me.?????

@@patriciakirsten2011 Hi Patricia, my Kenevo leg is for above knee amputees as it has a micro processor knee. Hope you get something that suits your needs.

Olá, não sou um grande defensor da osseointegração, ela tem muitos problemas e possíveis problemas de longo prazo. Eu teria muito cuidado com essa opção, mas não para mim.

Hi! Thank you for the message, and for the question :-) For the record, I am a left TK amp. I use an Ossur Rheo Knee XC. This is a fantastic knee, it is super safe and gives me maximum mobility. I am active, just like you. I climb mountains, ride mountain bikes, do long hikes etc. About 8 weeks ago I cycled 120km with this knee, and was able to go of a nice hike afterwards. I've decided not to jog, as I don't want to harm my remaining good knee with too much pressure. I think this was a good decision as my good leg is still strong after 20 years an amputee. I wish you all the best, you sound very motivated! I hope you find the leg which will give you the freedom you want. Take care, hope to hear more from you and see you in our live streaming podcasts.

PS, I wanted to mention in my reply that the leg I use has many pros, but really only one con, which is the price. The pros - it's robust, durable, gives great safety, very easy to get used to, the battery lasts long, and also looks good aesthetically. A great combo of positives! All the best with choosing the right knee for yourself Sunny (is this your name?) and let us know what you decided please, id love to share your question on a live stream if you don't mind.

Hi Annette, thanks for your comments. I think this depends on the private initiatives and social support system from the government ... where are you from?

@@theampedlife I am from Canada. I am asking I possibly have a bone infection in my right foot and if all both non invasive and invasive treatments my doctor and I try fail amputation is where my mind will be at and where I work doesn't have medical insurance. I do get money from government but it only covers basic medical. I already had an MRI done 3 weeks ago that showed an infection but my primary care physician is sending me for a bone scan which I am going in for this morning to possibly confirm it

@@annetteslife Take a look at www.waramps.ca/ways-we-help/adult-amputees/ I think they help all kinds of amps, not just war vets. I hope this helps a little.

Espero que esteja funcionando bem para você. Não conheço o joelho, mas vou ver se encontro alguma informação sobre ele.

Josh Fire og hi Josh, yes I do have few. I’ll do a video on it soon 🦿 thanks for the sub mate, I appreciate your support!

Quick tip is to drop your center of gravity a little and go in with your good leg slightly bent. Ride the knee, it’s important that your resistance is perfectly set 👍

Hi Winzana, thanks for the message and for watching the video's! I hope it has been helpful to you 🙂