i broke mine in 4 places and shattered my tailbone when i wrecked my quad jumping. it was awful . especially having to walk to get back on the quad after the wreck
She really is doing quite well! She's even begun to walk without the brace! The calliper supports her leg as a whole.... somewhat acting like her knee and thigh muscle. There are sensors in the base of the brace that fits into her shoe. Those sensors trigger the brace to lock and release as needed. It basically runs the length of her leg, top to toe. Thanks for your comment!
We're hoping it is not permanent, but we won't know the full extent of her nerve damage for another 6 to 12 months. If her nerve comes back enough to supply her muscle, she won't have to wear the brace forever.
I used to go to school with shelby :)
oohcool 2 years ago
Oh neat... when and where did you go to school with her?
JoC1968 2 years ago
Bourbon school but I moved away after elementary school.
oohcool 2 years ago
how did she break it? if u don't mind me asking. : )
autumngirl2010 3 years ago
this is awesome to watch, I'm happy for you both :D
the same thing happened to me a few months ago
toxicsnafu 3 years ago
i broke mine in 4 places and shattered my tailbone when i wrecked my quad jumping. it was awful . especially having to walk to get back on the quad after the wreck
hondarules400 3 years ago
Bravo!!!
mack89464 3 years ago
Hi,
Looks like you're doing really well.Does the calliper support your leg or just your knee.I wore a kafo for 2 years when I was 19.
Do you wear irons up both sides of your leg?
Jenny
wrayjenny 3 years ago
Hello Jenny,
She really is doing quite well! She's even begun to walk without the brace! The calliper supports her leg as a whole.... somewhat acting like her knee and thigh muscle. There are sensors in the base of the brace that fits into her shoe. Those sensors trigger the brace to lock and release as needed. It basically runs the length of her leg, top to toe. Thanks for your comment!
JoC1968 3 years ago
Congrats! Dont ever give up! Good luck with your future may you run marathons!
Nadinegardner 3 years ago
She definitely plans to run again! She's making great progress.
JoC1968 3 years ago
Good job shel! I would date you in a heartbeat.
TGArthur 3 years ago
aw, that's so sweet!
JoC1968 3 years ago
awesome - Go Shelby!
kanahina808 3 years ago
Thanks K!!!
JoC1968 3 years ago
Hi,
Will you always wear the caliper?or is it for a short while.
eve
evewarson 3 years ago
We're hoping it is not permanent, but we won't know the full extent of her nerve damage for another 6 to 12 months. If her nerve comes back enough to supply her muscle, she won't have to wear the brace forever.
JoC1968 3 years ago
How do you feel wearing your brace, i wear hearing aids
mikec00566 3 years ago
She is just happy to walk. It isn't painful for her to wear the brace, just a little odd, but it's working great.
JoC1968 3 years ago
That is so exciting!!! Go Shel!!!
Gwenthemom 3 years ago
Thanks Gwen!!
JoC1968 3 years ago