Adjusting to life after limb loss is more than a physical challenge—it’s a shift in identity. Many abandon prosthetics due to pain, discomfort, and unrealistic expectations. Emotional struggles and inadequate support systems contribute to abandonment, highlighting the need for comprehensive, user-centered rehab. Ask ChatGPT
  • FiveMacs@lemmy.ca
    12·
    8 months ago

    I wouldn’t want to continue wearing shoes that hurt my feet and would abandon them just as fast. I can totally see people not wanting to use a device that causes pain.

    • ExtremeDullardOPM
      8·
      8 months ago

      The frustration is when you need it to function. You have to choose between discomfort and limitations.