Update on progress towards returning to bowling after amputation

[Stormed1]

It's been a while since i updated my progress so here goes. Stump is finlly healed and I have been fitted with a prothesis. I am 5 weeks into physical therapy / rehab. Monday I walked a total of 323 feet using my walker (80/90/100/53 feet).. It's a slow process as we need to build strength and flexability back into my "good" right leg. If I have to make a guess I would say probably next season before I am back bowling. I'm making good progress according o my therapist so you nevber know.

I also had a Cochlear implant put in my head to help "correct" the hearing loss I suddrnly suffered last December. It has given me back some haring although it sounds a little wierd because it's digital sound

[JasonNJ]

Sounds like you're progressing. Keep it up and don't get discouraged if you have a rough day or two.

[Amyers]

Glad to here that stormed. I've got a friend who just lost his leg last year and has just returned to bowling. It's a hard path but getting back to what you love is worth it

[Stormed1]

When I have a bad day I treat it as a speed bump in the road of life. Two weeks ago I had a day I had trouble walking 30 feet. Ther next session I went 72/81/103 so just a speed bump

[GrumpyCatFace]

There’s a guy in my bowling league that rolls from a wheelchair. He’s actually really good. Don’t give up.

Also, if it’s your left leg that’s been replaced, you might want to try bowling left-handed. Just occurred to me.

[Stormed1]

Glad to here that stormed. I've got a friend who just lost his leg last year and has just returned to bowling. It's a hard path but getting back to what you love is worth it

out of curiosity was e an above or elow the knee amputee. I'm an above the knee

[boatman37]

That's awesome. Hope you get back out there knock 'em down!

[Florida Bowler]

Keep on keeping on. You are an inspiration.

[Phonetek]

Good news! Hope you get back on the lanes soon! =)

[mc_runner]

Glad to hear things are progressing! Keep at it and hope to see you back out there.

[Amyers]

out of curiosity was e an above or elow the knee amputee. I'm an above the knee

Above the knee unfortunately. He was a high level bowler so it has been interesting to see how well he can come back. I've seen some athletes who are missing legs in other sports the ones who have been missing them since early on tend to be better and more natural with the prosthetic those who lost them limb latter in life less so. He's in his late 50s to early 60s so he's learning again

[Stormed1]

Sounds like me I'm 66