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Just got back in from Southmead where they had a see through socket to make sure that it fitted OK, and to see how my stump fits inside - perfect fit! A little bit of material needs to come off just for comfort, but apart from that, the job is a gud un.
Also, to make sure that the socket fitted correctly, I had to walk inside a railed walkway. The leg weighs an absolute ton, but I will soon get used to it. I musta walked for a good 5 minutes without stopping - it was fantastic, and wasn't as hard as I thought it would be.
So in a couple of weeks I should be bombing around :twisted: Beeep Beeep
8) This is the design that will be on the front of the socket when it is complete 8)
http://www.chilleddesigns.com/leg.jpg
Gforceuk
10-11-04, 03:40 PM
Congrats..
Well done! Hopefully a good step (pun intended) in the right direction.
8)
Dan
timwilky
10-11-04, 03:47 PM
Great news but you are now fodder for the pun merchants
So I will follow Sudoxe with take it a step at a time
Great News, is that a Welsh Dragon or what?
WildBill
10-11-04, 03:48 PM
:D I'm glad you're on the mend.
richstam
10-11-04, 04:01 PM
Good to hear you're OK and the new leg fits well.
Just to bore you, last year I did my uni disertation helping on a project to improve the fit of prosthetic sockets. The project i was involved with was for trans-tibial (below the knee) and alot of the research took place at Southmead. :help:
So there is still alot of work going on into improving prosthetics, so you might get a lighter one soon.
Best of luck
Rich
An inspiration to everyone. Well done that man!
Great news!! Love the design, it's really 8)
Really pleased for you Sincs, well done that man. ;)
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Baldyman
10-11-04, 06:42 PM
Well done Sincs, brilliant news. :) :)
Great News, is that a Welsh Dragon or what?
Nah, just a plain old mean tribal dragon.
Mind you, the welsh flag would look a hell of a lot better with this baby on it :twisted:
Good to hear you're OK and the new leg fits well.
Just to bore you, last year I did my uni disertation helping on a project to improve the fit of prosthetic sockets. The project i was involved with was for trans-tibial (below the knee) and alot of the research took place at Southmead. :help:
So there is still alot of work going on into improving prosthetics, so you might get a lighter one soon.
Best of luck
Rich
Cheers mate.
I have already said that I am up for being a guinea pig for new ideas/componants and what not.
Cant wait to see what the next couple of years bring
kinesin
10-11-04, 09:17 PM
Well done Sir!!
Now stop slacking and get running!! ... in slow mo "6 million dollar man styleee" :thumbsup:
bluebell
10-11-04, 09:53 PM
Well done.
Bones2004
10-11-04, 10:25 PM
Congratulations Sincs,
Been reading the posts about you're recovery and have found them fantastically inspirational.
Keep it up! :notworthy:
amarko5
11-11-04, 01:22 AM
:crutches: No more.
ohh so soon it will be :riding:
CONGRATULATIONS
Nice one Sincs! Glad to hear you're well on the road to recovery! Take it easy mate!
Professor
11-11-04, 11:06 AM
Great that you are regaining your mobility, Sincs! :thumbsup:
You should let us (South & West Surfers) know when you are ready for a
visit to the pub.
howardr
11-11-04, 12:55 PM
Great news dude.
Can't you get one in carbon-fibre? That'll look sassy and keep the weight down!
simon-temple
11-11-04, 05:00 PM
great news! :thumbsup:
so you're going for the full-on bionic leg look with ohlins and dragon effect. 8)
RenamedMonkey
11-11-04, 05:09 PM
Fantastic news mate, and the picture looks awesome.
I expect to see you on the dance floor of the next Ripper night :D
fizzwheel
11-11-04, 09:01 PM
Nice one :thumbsup:
Glad to hear it. Well done. :wink:
Cloggsy
12-11-04, 09:07 AM
CONGRATULATIONS Cheers Mark :wink:
:thumbsup: Well done :D
Sid Squid
12-11-04, 10:05 AM
Pleased to hear that's things are going your way Sincs, and very happy to hear that you think it's easier than you expected.
Can't you get one in carbon-fibre? That'll look sassy and keep the weight down!
Carbon with titanium fixings, nitrided gold maybe or perhaps diamond black coated, how trick would that be ?
Fantastic news mate, and the picture looks awesome.
I expect to see you on the dance floor of the next Ripper night :D
Sinc's already made it to Ripper mate!! Was stomping in his wheelie for most of the time!! :D We'll see you 4th December then!! (I'm playing first set so get there early! ;) )
Best of luck on your recovery mate,hope all continues well
Rob S (Yella)
13-11-04, 12:26 PM
Well done Sincs
I bet your leg fits better than mine, and mine is the original item. Looking forward to a major rebuild next year, then i'll give you a race.
Keep it up.
Rob
Logie bear
14-11-04, 03:59 PM
Nice one Sincs, inspirational as ever, keep the chin up mate.
Ride safe
Sean.
Peter Henry
15-11-04, 09:05 AM
Hey Sincs.....Just wondering how your first few days have been with your new piece of kit? Good luck to you, persevere mate and the rewards will be there for you I am sure. 8) :)
Great that you are regaining your mobility, Sincs! :thumbsup:
You should let us (South & West Surfers) know when you are ready for a
visit to the pub.
Will do - Have damaged my shoulder from over using the crutches :evil:
Will probably be up for a drink once i have my leg
Professor
15-11-04, 12:55 PM
Great that you are regaining your mobility, Sincs! :thumbsup:
You should let us (South & West Surfers) know when you are ready for a
visit to the pub.
Will do - Have damaged my shoulder from over using the crutches :evil:
Will probably be up for a drink once i have my leg
Keep us posted!
Fantastic news mate, and the picture looks awesome.
I expect to see you on the dance floor of the next Ripper night :D
Did you go to the last one.. in the Trinity?
Well done Sincs
I bet your leg fits better than mine, and mine is the original item. Looking forward to a major rebuild next year, then i'll give you a race.
Keep it up.
Rob
We'll make a right pair for a three legged race! :lol:
Hey Sincs.....Just wondering how your first few days have been with your new piece of kit? Good luck to you, persevere mate and the rewards will be there for you I am sure. 8) :)
Not got the leg yet mate, should be taking it home with me on the 6th December
Anonymous
15-11-04, 01:16 PM
Fantastic news. Down that pub soon I trust!
Superb News - an Inspiration to us all
Nick762
15-11-04, 03:10 PM
Great stuff, glad to hear it :thumbsup:
RenamedMonkey
15-11-04, 05:26 PM
Fantastic news mate, and the picture looks awesome.
I expect to see you on the dance floor of the next Ripper night :D
Did you go to the last one.. in the Trinity?
Couldn't make it, heard it was good but hot. Cat said you went, wish I'd been there.
I've heard about the next one, had a party there once, big place - should be fun :twisted: Will do my up most to attend :D
amarko5
16-11-04, 12:41 AM
CONGRATULATIONS Cheers Mark :wink:
:thumbsup: Well done :D
Stop thief :!: Cloggsy you lazy sod :P do it yourself next time :twisted: it takes ages and a steady mouse hand to get it correct :wink:
Anonymous
18-11-04, 07:51 AM
Who brought Welshness into this otherwise happy and cheery thread :wink:
Well done mate!
Will probably be up for a drink once i have my leg
How perverse - most people go drinking and then lose their legs :lol:
We done on the walking bit and glad that you'll be sorted for all the festive fun. Take care.
Cheers mate.
Things have generally slowed down here (hence the lack of posts), and will probabl be situation normal for a few weeks.
The only news I have is that I can now extend my arm to 150 degrees, but the arm is still stuck at 90 degree bendiness. Physio is going OK, but just waiting for my leg to be delivered before anyone can make a leap forward in rehab terms
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