Kuthea is a 23-year-old woman who lives with her parents and her brother and sister. Her parents are seasonal farmers, while her younger siblings are still in school. In her free time, she enjoys watching TV, reading books, helping her siblings study, and talking with neighbors.
Kuthea was born with a form of spina bifida which has caused neurological dysfunction in her legs and lower back. She has never been able to walk and has no sensation below her knees. This has limited her independence in her daily life.
Kuthea visited our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC) hoping for treatment. At CSC, doctors will perform an amputation of her right foot to prepare her to use prosthetics that will increase her mobility. This procedure will also reduce her chronic discomfort and pain. Once she has fully recovered, she will undergo a physiotherapy course and practice using a prosthetic that will allow her to walk more easily.
Kuthea shared, “I am thankful for this chance to get this procedure. I hope that I can recover soon, and walk easily when I am back home.”