How long does it take a double amputee to walk again?

It can take upwards of six weeks if the wound is not healed properly or is taking longer to heal.

Which is a common transfer technique used when a person has both legs amputated?

Pivot transfers can be used if you have enough strength in your intact limb and upper body. For safety, practice pivot transfers with a helper.

What is a double amputee?

bilateral amputee: A person who is missing or has had amputated both arms or both legs. For example, a person that is missing both legs below-the knee is considered a bilateral BK.

What is the lifespan of a double amputee?

Survival rates were 90\% in the first 7 days, 84\% in the first 30 days, and 64\% after the first year. Patient median life expectancy post-surgery was 930 ± 106 days.

How to walk with two prosthetic legs after amputation?

Walking with two prosthetic legs I first learned to walk with new prosthetic legs once I healed from leg amputation surgery. It’s important that there are no open wounds. Additionally, it is advised that you don’t wear your prosthetic legs all day long, in order to acclimate to having new prosthetic legs on.

What are prosthetic legs and how do they work?

Prosthetic legs, or prostheses, can help people with leg amputations get around more easily. They mimic the function and, sometimes, even the appearance of a real leg.

How can I find another bilateral amputee to connect with?

It is unlikely that you will find another bilateral amputee in your own community. Therefore, you must network through your prosthetic provider and the Amputee Coalition. Another helpful option is a general amputee support group; most prosthetic clinics can connect you with a group in your area.

What happens to people with bilateral above-knee amputations?

Yesterday, you were standing and walking. Today, you are in a hospital bed or a wheelchair. Tomorrow – well, tomorrow is uncertain and hard to even think about. Any amputation is life-altering, but people with bilateral above-knee amputations face a particularly complicated process of physical and emotional rehabilitation.