The story
In 2012, Hannah underwent a routine procedure that triggered Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). The condition had life changing effects on Hannah and put a stop to her doing everything that she had loved before; she could no longer finish her catering college scholarship, the karate she had a black belt in was impossible, even putting the duvet over her leg resulted in excruciating pain. Due to the severity of the pain, treatment for Hannah consisted of her lower leg being cast and dressed all whilst under general anaesthetic. The treatment was carried out 53 times in 68 weeks, and as such her health deteriorated because of the volume of medication. In a bid to become pain free, Hannah went against the advice of her practitioner and opted to have her leg amputated. For patients with CRPS it is not advised to have an amputation, due to the likelihood that the pain will return in the residual limb. However, fortunately for Hannah, the pain has not returned and instead, she can look towards a pain free future.
The solution
As a new amputee, Hannah was confused about all the different legs and the benefits that each one would give her. Having been wheelchair bound for significant periods of time with her CRPS, Hannah wanted to ensure that her new leg would be able to assist her in getting back to an active lifestyle. With the help of her Steeper prosthetist Caroline Clark at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Hannah chose the Trulife Seattle Kinetic Edge. This foot is ideal for a new amputee like Hannah with an ever increasing mobility; the multi-axial function of the Kinetic Edge means that Hannah will be able to be as active as possible as quickly as possible.