Who said amputation was the end of socialization? That is a huge lie! You only lost a limb, not yourself.
Living with an amputation can be very devastating and depressing, causing you to withdraw and just stick to your space or comfort corner — that’s not a place you want to be, In fact, you should find solace in Stephen Hawking’s words,
“My advice to other disabled people would be, concentrate on things your disability doesn’t prevent you doing well and don’t regret the things it interferes with. Don’t be disabled in spirit as well as physically.”
Stephen Hawking
Having a disability should not hinder you from living the life of your dreams, building a business, staying fit doing the things you love, or just checking an item off a wishlist. It would enhance your mind and body a great deal to engage in fun and outdoor activities.
Here are some fun activities you can explore as an amputee;
1. Swimming
An awesome water activity that eases you from the mere stress that comes with the regular use of a prosthetic limb, enhances circulatory functions as well as improves your overall physical and mental health. swimming is not traumatic to the residual limb. The water’s buoyancy evenly distributes and supports the weight of the body; there is no danger of falling, and there are no impact forces on the residual limb. So, give it a shot.
2. Join a book club
Apart from being a fun activity, being a member of a book club helps to keep your mind active thereby reforming your cognitive health. Reading new stories also serves as a form of stress relief. Join a book club today and explore a wide variety of books, gain new friends, interact with a community, and broaden your horizon. Remember, your mind is your greatest asset.
3. Exercising
Not just the indoor workout but going to an outdoor gym, connecting with other people, and engaging in fitness programs that your level of amputation doesn’t restrict. It is important to build up the strength in the rest of your body in order to compensate for the missing limb, most important core, and cardio! Exercising will also help to melt away all stress levels, stave off anxiety and basically improve the overall physical and mental health being.
4. Cycling
This is a common and exciting sports activity for amputees due to the easy navigation on the knees and ankle joints. It further provides psychological and social benefits to amputees with the aim of improving their overall well-being. Only that you would require a good prosthesis to engage in this.
5. Hiking
Anybody can participate. You don’t need lessons or much-specialized equipment; you can hike whether you get around on a prosthesis, crutches, or a wheelchair and at your own pace. You don’t have to be particularly athletic to enjoy yourself, and if you plan your hike well it won’t leave you completely wiped out. Olumo Rock in Abeokuta, Shere Hills in Jos Plateau, Idanre Hills in Ondo, Canopy Walk at the Lekki Conservation Center, Aso Rock in Abuja, Milliken Hil and Udi hills in Enugu, etc.
6. Join a Peer Group
Tuff tribe is here for you. A community of distinctly enabled persons with a goal to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals living with limb loss or limb differences to live beyond every limit. The tribe provides its members with the platform & avenues to express their feelings, have fun, get helpful information, live actively, improve social skills, tell their stories and realize they are not alone whilst engaging in programs and projects that help them build confidence and reintegration skills.
Side Notes:
- Before starting any of the activities, Check in with your Prosthetist, if you have one. To adjust your prosthesis adequately and advise you.
- Go with a group of friends or peers.
- Take Pictures, a lot of it. It will remind you of how much fun you had
- Take it a step at a time, don’t rush. Live active at your own pace.
- If you’re uncomfortable with your prosthesis, ensure to speak with your Prosthetist to make adjustments or contact us for a FREE check-up and adjustments.
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