What happens after above knee amputation?

Your doctor removed the leg while keeping as much healthy bone, skin, blood vessel, and nerve tissue as possible. After the surgery, you will probably have bandages, a rigid dressing, or a cast over the remaining part of your leg (residual limb). The leg may be swollen for at least 4 weeks after your surgery.

Do amputees get depressed?

About ≥30\% of amputees are troubled by depression. Psychological morbidity, decreased self esteem, distorted body image, increased dependency and significant levels of social isolation are also observed in short and long-term follow up after amputation.

Can an amputee have a relationship?

As an amputee seeking a relationship, you are likely to find someone who sees you for who you are. Do not give up on finding a partner. As covered earlier, physical touch is important for your mental health. I personally know many amputees who have navigated the dating world and have found themselves in relationships, myself included.

What is physical intimacy like for amputees?

Daniel Edmondson, who has been a bilateral amputee for five years, says, “Physical intimacy isn’t any less exciting or enjoyable as an amputee. Part of it is being comfortable in your own skin and trusting that your partner isn’t bothered by it either.

How did my husband’s sex life change after amputation?

Patience, love and open communication are the tools we needed to rebuild our sex life after my amputation. Just as my body changed for me, it has also changed for my husband. He admits that some positions feel “different.” Because of my amputation, we laugh a lot more, and we talk more.

Why do you change position after an amputation?

Sometimes my limb hurts or gets pinched, so we simply change position. We have a lot of pillows to provide extra padding for my residual limb, and to reduce friction abrasions. After an amputation, some positions just don’t “work” anymore.