Testing out a new #Prosthetic leg! 🦿 #Amputee #EchelonER 📷 / footlessjo 🌍 www.footlessjo.com 💜 / jobeckwith
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@FootlessJo2 жыл бұрын
For anyone asking...how I lost my leg! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rp91eMWj2JrTh5c.html
@sleepingcathi70972 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry I read this and I thought you were talking about your prosthetic
@veikkakarvonen8312 жыл бұрын
A lot of people are still asking how did you lose it... perhaps you should put a voice or text to the end of the videos telling to see the pinned comment?
@dazzledrose72672 жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry I thought you were born without a leg!
@ur_average_weirdo2 жыл бұрын
Did you get the new prosthetic
@Menuki11 ай бұрын
Isn’t that clinic just down the street from a brewery?
@StubieWan2 жыл бұрын
That's just amazing and, that smile on your face... Priceless
@Alexis_Noboo2 жыл бұрын
your not afraid of being leg less!!☺️🤩
@Kai_The_Kai2 жыл бұрын
@@Alexis_Noboo you’re* and what does that even mean 💀
@StubieWan2 жыл бұрын
@@adamsdiwhy The why in your name is appropriate. Like, why do you open your mouth. The cost is irrelevant when it comes to independence, comfort and mobility. That's also where insurance helps. I repeat. The smile on her face is worth more than any value you can put on the item that gave her that smile
@Moai_4542 жыл бұрын
You just copy and paste from Mrbeast Chris
@rylee32482 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy for you! I’m so glad you get to tell this now!!
@drawingaesthetic42582 жыл бұрын
@Coocing Chanel BOTTTTT
@ryleestruthers42 жыл бұрын
We have the same name. Also I agree.
@rylee32482 жыл бұрын
@@ryleestruthers4 lol
@rylee32482 жыл бұрын
@@drawingaesthetic4258 Bot?
@LayneBenofsky2 жыл бұрын
Whoa, cool! Just adding a subtle range of movement makes a huge difference.
@SilverDragonJay2 жыл бұрын
I'm very happy to see how _great_ prosthetics have been getting! Literally brought tears to my eyes lol. Now we just need to focus on making them more financially attainable. They might never be able to be a full replacement for a limb, but just making life easier for the person is such a powerful thing.
@mechanicjobs2 жыл бұрын
I’m always impressed how happy and light of spirit this young woman seems to be in spite of challenges.
@kated4422 жыл бұрын
That’s so cool! I love seeing the course they set up for testing it
@milesamillionandone2 жыл бұрын
That's fantastic! OMG, what a difference having an actual joint makes. I hope this expands your freedom significantly. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us
@idontknowhowtochangemyusername2 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy you have ankle now! Words I never thought I’d say, but I’m so happy you have an ankle!
@barefootgrl2 жыл бұрын
you looked so happy congrats hope you get to keep it
@dannyphantomart16862 жыл бұрын
That's so cool! I love when people show off neat "toys"/ tools they use. Like I get hella excited about the packaging and experimenting of new assistive devices!
@Glados10802 жыл бұрын
I'm glad something so simple as being able to have a semi functional ankle is able to bring someone so much joy. Makes me happy that other people are finding joy in things
@WoodlouseFairy2 жыл бұрын
That must be so strange to feel your foot moving for the first time in 4 years Also, how does it work?
@SeraliaAerials2 жыл бұрын
It’s probably got a tension spring that gets stretched when she puts the heel of the foot down and puts weight on it.
@WoodlouseFairy2 жыл бұрын
@@SeraliaAerials okay, that makes alot if sense
@lisastenzel57132 жыл бұрын
And will it be better for the spots at the end of your leg? Where you need that silicone thing to not have as much pain and friction? Will that be problem be reduced?? Ohh I can't wait for the video about the differences! 😍🥰
@Kristinapedia2 жыл бұрын
Awww!!! That is so awesome!!! So happy for you!! Gosh it’s amazing how everything in our lives is taken for granted. You got this!
@jungtothehuimang2 жыл бұрын
It's so neat how far technology has come for amputees, we're getting closer to better and better technology all the time! Very cool. I hope the new prosthetic works out well for you.
@thisismyusernameidk2 жыл бұрын
This gets recommended to me while I’m bedridden because one knee is dislocated and the other one is strained from being hopped on all day. I feel pretty disabled right now and it’s nice to see this and remember how I still have it really good and be inspired by people like you
@Timothy-NH2 жыл бұрын
Technology!
@cascadesouthernmodeltrains75472 жыл бұрын
My dad is a machinist and worked for a company that made prosthetic limbs. He was working on a prototype ankle joint at one time. He would bring home various pieces from time to time to experiment and play with them to assist in the design and machining process. He wasn’t an engineer but he can think like one and some of his suggestions were actually used in the production leg. I wonder if any of his ideas are in your new leg?
@MS-pi4um2 жыл бұрын
This is so cool! And why I follow you! I appreciate the opportunity to learn from you about a type of disability I’ve never come across in my daily life. I work in and have a general passion for disability services and accessibility so learning about people’s unique experience is something I try to do as much as I can. I’ve been trying to formally get involved with adaptive ski and snowboard instruction for years (it’s looking like this winter is the winter!) and I do believe that what I’ve learned from your channel will help me if I ever get the opportunity to work with an amputee. So thank you for doing what you do on here and educating the masses!
@ILalaloveya12 жыл бұрын
That's soo cool! You can literally see your gait change, especially going downhill. It looks so much more natural and I can only imagine how much better it could feel! Really hope it works out for you!
@nastyVtwin2 жыл бұрын
i love that your prosthetist is hooking you up with an advanced ankle/leg and that you are at a high enough level to take advantage of it! Great job and a testament for all your hard work since your amputation!
@markphilips62982 жыл бұрын
I've been using a Greisinger foot with a rotator cuff for the last forty years. The additional movement it allows is amazing!
@valeforedark2 жыл бұрын
Oooooooooooo .can we see a diagram or photo of the inner workings ? Looks so smooth
@hannahlaubacker76862 жыл бұрын
Your videos make me so happy bc you're just down to earth and you're a chill human
@Lillysueedits2 жыл бұрын
Yay for you!!!!! I’m so happy for you! Man I never would have thought about not being able to move your ankle after getting a prosthetic!
@andreapiccolo81992 жыл бұрын
This is interesting, id love to learn more about your thoughts of this in the future!
@annataymond95292 жыл бұрын
I can only imagine, when I was able to walk without my brace, took some getting used to, but being able to move my foot, pretty cool.
@ari_anon22282 жыл бұрын
you should definitely get this!! going down the stairs would be easier as well since you usually have to bounce down since the foot couldn’t move. not you might have more control. id love to see further progress if you go down this path :)
@animediehard42 жыл бұрын
That looks like it'll be so much more comfortable, hope it works out the way you want it to. Happy and optimistic for you!
@mrmcbeth2 жыл бұрын
And congrats on the new prosthetic. I hope it works out well for you.
@kiraball14742 жыл бұрын
That look amazing! I would love to see an update on this in the future!
@L1tskii_2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you were able to get this upgrade, I bet it makes walking feel so much more easier and natural! I think move mentioned this before on this channel but my grampa had to get his leg amputated above the knee, and your videos on learning to walk with a prosthetic as well as adjusting to new prosthetic pieces has helped me understand his experience so much better. He’s going to physical therapy pretty often now and is going to try and show us he can walk at my piano recital in a couple weeks! Thank you for all your fun and informational content Jo, keep up the good work!
@jennahalcomb73592 жыл бұрын
YAY!! It looks so good! I’m so glad people are putting so much time and care trying to find ways to make prosthetics better and better! Technology is so cool 🤩
@trushapatel55682 жыл бұрын
I recently got a similar ankle on my prothetic! Not only did I find hills easier, but my back and hips also hurt a lot less since they weren't compensating!
@moonbunny1chuk9642 жыл бұрын
What make and model number is it, please? New amputee 4/18. Have no idea what to expect.
@trushapatel55682 жыл бұрын
@@moonbunny1chuk964 A Blatchford Echelon model!
@moonbunny1chuk9642 жыл бұрын
@@trushapatel5568 Thank you!
@whatsthetemma1308 Жыл бұрын
Loved seeing the joy in your face
@charliedog96412 жыл бұрын
That’s so awesome! I’m so happy for you Joe! Hope your well, praying for you!!! 🙏 💛
@sdgoes992 жыл бұрын
I hope everything works out with it. If you need to crowd source to pay for it, we’re here.
@scottchrusciel23462 жыл бұрын
Your gonna love it! I have the same one
@Nurse_Troy11 ай бұрын
What brand & type???
@stevendorsey48822 жыл бұрын
So great that this flexible ankle helps with a more natural feel to walking for you. You are a rock star!
@malcolmgruber81652 жыл бұрын
This is super awesome for you! I really hope this sorta leg could become the standard for everyone who needs this kind prosthetic.
@k.linville17362 жыл бұрын
Maybe a naming live stream in the near future?!?!
@jtmh312 жыл бұрын
I recall you saying that insurance doesn't always pay for these, and that they are super expensive. If you get this, are you able to take advantage of insurance? I'm hoping so. (If this is too private of a question, please disregard. Keep up the awesome content!)
@panini42002 жыл бұрын
I may be wrong but I believe what you're referencing is when she said insurance doesn't cover prosthetic feet/ankles that accommodate for different heel heights. Insurance will cover ankles that have this accommodative motion for inclines and such as long as both her prosthetist and doctor adequately note that it's an appropriate foot for her and her activities of daily living as well as her activity level. They basically have to justify to her insurance that the foot/ankle will help her return to her previous activity level. It also heavily relies on which insurance she has, the reimbursement policies of the state she lives in, etc. Seems easy but insurance is really good at saying no. Hope this helped! :)
@jtmh312 жыл бұрын
@@panini4200 I am pretty sure you're spot on. It's been some time since I saw that video. I remember her talking about how expensive it was to get in the first place, and how insurance doesn't always cough up for replacement parts, like feet. You helped a lot. Have a great day!
@maddibgaming29292 жыл бұрын
I didn’t even think about hills. Flexible ankles seems like such a great improvement!
@dougnortman1196 Жыл бұрын
The process of being a human in motion is more complicated than people realize. Glad you found an artist who understands the process and enjoys giving folks the tools they need to get back to their normal. I watched the video twice to see the tiny rotational movements and your awe in the difference of the new leg. Art is in the eye of the user. Thanks for sharing.
@rosewater2262 жыл бұрын
I was rooting for you the entire video to be able to take it home! I was they're going to let her keep that, right?! 😆
@Ali_D_Katt2 жыл бұрын
They give it to you on a trial basis usually for a week or so. Then you bring it back and that's when they put your old foot back on, order your new foot and start the insurance process. People who end up loving them are always sad to have to give them back but we work super hard to try to do the paperwork as quickly as possible. Seeing people that excited is the best part of the job.
@cbiii93272 жыл бұрын
Ayo Jo.: the kids call it “thirsty”…..I think I might be getting thirsty! Anyway……it’s great to have you back bro.!
@classmst892 жыл бұрын
I never thought about how much a difference a little ankle movement makes, thanks for sharing!
@ColourFreakz2 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy for you. I've only recently started watching some of your content, but seeing little struggles you've had with having a prosthetic and still making the best of it and trying to stay positive has been very enlightening as to how difficult living like this is. And now, seeing how that there is now an option for you to make it at least a bit bearable is so amazing. My heart goes out to you and I wish you all the best and that this new prosthetic ankle gives you more joy in living this life and that it makes just plain day-to-day living at least a bit easier.
@NickPiers2 жыл бұрын
Maybe a weird question, but would this extra mobility in the ankle make this prosthetic good for cycling?
@ard453872 жыл бұрын
The socket shape might be a problem, but maybe
@GryphonDes2 жыл бұрын
I am so absolutely happy for you and so JELLY heheh -- I am a long way from being able to try one of those !!!
@CinkSVideo2 жыл бұрын
Wow!! The change in your gait is phenomenal. So much more relaxed motion.
@Senjamin Жыл бұрын
I never even thought about how difficult a prosthetic would be going downhill. thank you for the education you do and I'm glad you got a new one!
@PaulineDuhadinLife2 жыл бұрын
That’s so amazing and it looks so futuristic it’s so cool !!
@dawnchesbro41892 жыл бұрын
The movement is so natural and fluid! I'm amazed at the advancements prosthetic science has made.
@JoeMama-bg1ho2 жыл бұрын
This really puts things into perspective. Like I’m lucky enough to have all of my limbs but your channel has made me more grateful for my position but anyway great that you have a new ankle.
@whim_si_cal59262 жыл бұрын
thankfully, the ankle rolling is intentional jokes aside, i’m so glad you find it so comfortable!! i hope you enjoy it!
@deltaloraine2 жыл бұрын
The foot prosthetic moves so fluidly, especially watching you walk downhill. If your pant leg was covering it I wouldn’t even be able to tell. God damn, prosthetics are an incredible piece of technology, and they just keep getting better.
@lindseymathias16882 жыл бұрын
Seeing you get so excited completely made my heart melt!! So excited for you Jo!!❤❤❤ keep us updated on your journey with the new prosthetics!!💜💜💜
@L.H.0002 жыл бұрын
Ot is so adorable how you are happy about the new foot😊
@vitorpinho32902 жыл бұрын
Omg that prosthetic leg moves so naturally 🤩🤩✨✨
@Dark1Wonder2 жыл бұрын
I am so thrilled for you!!! I hope this works out amazingly well for you!
@thebandplayedon..61452 жыл бұрын
Right on, congrats! You look happy happy, yay! Hope it works out well for you, cheers
@raeannuria56912 жыл бұрын
There is a noticeable improvement in your gait! Looks totally normal! I hope it continues to work for you! Thank You for sharing this with us!
@starrycharacter2 жыл бұрын
The joy in your voice is so amazing it's great to watch your journey even with such a big change your such an inspiring person
@luci_datum2 жыл бұрын
Oh that looks awesome! I'm so glad you got to try this new one out, you looked so happy!
@lyleandrew68918 ай бұрын
I'm so glad that you are getting more realistic movement in your ankle. Having broken both ankles I know what it is like to go from set to flexible.
@tw84647 ай бұрын
They just keep making prosthetics better and better
@apar10942 жыл бұрын
I really needed one of your videos today. I got some devastating news and your outlook on life made me feel I can push through. Thank you 🌺
@nivlick2 жыл бұрын
You look so happy there. I think it’s a keeper.
@user-qx4ic4db4f6 ай бұрын
That is amazing! Glad you have better movement now and can traverse uneven terrain more easily and smoothly. Cool upgrade Peggy Sue. 😎
@Gravemindefiler2 жыл бұрын
I love that there is a real world equivalent obstacle course for you to test the replacement device as it may show the extreme real world applications of exploring your mobility needs.
@verenalam2 жыл бұрын
so cool !! happy for you 💕
@bunny_02882 жыл бұрын
That is so cool! Wow your walking gait looked so natural. It is amazing how far prosthetics have come! Wow! I'm just amazed by that :) And I'm so excited that you get to try it out! I hope you love it and it works out for you!
@JISJ19642 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! Love it, guess you´ll be able to walk longer distances now.
@thezieg2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting us into this process. Plus, you rock, woman!!
@AmandaDixson2 жыл бұрын
That's so cool Jo!! You have more freedom of movement now!!! The possibilities are endless!!! 💕
@kathleentaylor88402 жыл бұрын
This is such exciting news. Your movements at the ankle and everywhere look totally natural. It looks so comfortable. Hope you get to keep it.
@joaovitorjoaovitor2 жыл бұрын
Really cool. I take so much for granted. I'd never think ankle motion would matter so much going downhill.
@anthropomorphicpeanut61602 жыл бұрын
Happy for you! I hope it works well for you
@somerandomguy41492 жыл бұрын
The look of shock on your face is awsome. im glad that leg makes a difference for u u look super happy about it 😁
@LeahDykema2 жыл бұрын
🎉hope everything goes well! I bet it’s so much easier to be able to move your ankle more.
@themontu70667 ай бұрын
I’m so excited for you! This is amazing!!
@robz.32252 жыл бұрын
I got the bended one last year....it's the best. So much more comfortable
@mackenzielauffer68252 жыл бұрын
Your gate is just so different with this ankle! It looks more natural but like i am curious the differences you feel!
@jacquesachille73658 ай бұрын
With the converse the cyberpunk vibes intensify sooo much
@cfgp2 жыл бұрын
this is the kind of thing most people wouldn't even think about. it's great that people are working on making people's lives at least slightly more comfortable
@hardylynn6503 Жыл бұрын
👏👏👏👏 Yay! I hope this is more comfortable and works well for you!
@TSIRKLAND Жыл бұрын
I was just reading an article about how scientists are studying the human gait- how we're so different from most animals, who are four-legged- the way the human system is set up is really quite complex. One of the insights they found is in the ankle- how it propels us forward with each step. I can imagine that these kinds of studies would help in the prosthetics industry (the article specifically mentioned how that was part of their goal, to help in that department).
@steggopotamus2 жыл бұрын
I've been wondering about that. It's great that it's so natural feeling.
@cameorayne45572 жыл бұрын
This is so amazing, I am glad you are able to try this out 🥳
@ryleestruthers42 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy that it worked! I hope you enjoy it.
@ily_KitKat2 жыл бұрын
You looked so happy! It’s so awesome ❤️
@KingJulian6282 жыл бұрын
So happy for you! I never knew they made ankle specific prosthetics, and I'm glad you were able to get one. I remember you spoke about how getting new anything was a pain because of insurance.
@ConnorNotyerbidness2 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of how when i first got my tendonitis in my left arm i really couldnt turn my wrist so i had to kind of twist my whole arm instead. It really showed me how much not using your wrist effects your ability to do anything
@NaomiCurtis8 ай бұрын
Jo, do you have video on how you pay for equipment and fitting and therapy. I started in physical therapy during Vietnam War. The changes in therapy, surgery and medical advances are stimulated because of War are one of the only positive due to the devastation of war. The cost has been so exorbitant that most individuals could not have afforded a well designed prosthetic themselves and insurance companies did their utmost not to cover this type of treatment. To see a healthy young adult beginning to get opportunities to continue a vibrant life makes me so pleased. Thank you for your website.
@LouiseFranksArt2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that looks amazing. What a difference! I can imagine ramps really put prosthetic legs to the test!
@Nope-s2 жыл бұрын
It looks so much more natural when you walk! That's incredible! I hope it's more comfy too 😊
@emilylesher2 жыл бұрын
I love to see the world being good things to you after such struggle the last few months! You look so happy here!
@youremakingprogress1447 ай бұрын
That's fantastic! I can only imagine how much of a difference that would make. I'm happy for you, and I hope it works out well.
@SageK2532 жыл бұрын
Would love to have a review after you've been using it for a while! I'm always interested in how prosthetics FEEL, and how those little changes make an impact, or don't.