any amputees shooting?

[archeratlrg]

This past December I became an amputee due to medical mistakes. Right arm taken 5 inches below elbow and 60% of muscles
were removed from my left forearm with all tendons and nerves severed. Left hand is now a lifeless pancake. I still want to continue my shooting and hunting. Anyone else going through this? I will be seeing prosthetics at end of March. I also suffered spinal cord damage which has limited my ability to walk. I was already a disabled vet, but this?...it really sucks. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

I'm sorry to hear this. I shoot with some good shooters confined to wheelchairs and more with hand issues to boot. I'm afraid every case is different and I can't tell ya what you can or can't do, but if you feel like ya can, that's encouraging and I hope you'll pursue it as far as you can. It's a great sport than can be done by most people that want to do it. Hang in there and keep shooting!

 

[Will Henry]

Sounds like you have a tough row to hoe, and I wish I had some answers for you. All I can say is, you have to ascertain what you have left, as opposed to what you have lost, and figure out what you will need to let you enjoy shooting again. My brother works for Stepping Stones, an advocacy group for people with disabilities. I know there are resources available to fit many needs. I have no doubt that it is possible for you to enjoy shooting again. I just don't know what that looks like for sure. Family and friends will play a large part.
For now, concentrate on recovering any function you can. Best of Luck. WH

 

[rlporter507]

Phil scholl was a handicap shooting coach and he rigged up a device to fire a 22 rifle with an air tube. Also had a joy stick to move the rifle x and y.

 

[Kevin1990]

Sorry for all your troubles. I've seen a bunch of videos of people shooting with arm amputations with a quick Google search, there was also a guy on YouTube who had some severe deformities doing 22lr reviews and shooting.

Pardon the crude medical lingo here but
I imagine once you get a prosthetic with an attachment of some kind you'll be able to load through a port, manipulate the bolt, and pull the trigger. I used to work with a fella who had both arms amputated a little below the elbow and he'd show me videos of him deadlifting very heavy at the gym. He could also do tasks that required fine motor skills such as eat and drink with relative ease. I'll say a prayer for you, and you got this, it'll all work out!

 

[Infrequent Shooter]

All I can say is hang in there and give it hell. I think shooting is great goal. Keep after it!

 

[Fairchaser]

I have a friend who just lost two fingers on his right hand in a machine shop accident. He’s wondering how best to overcome this to be able to shoot/hunt. I’m interested in following this thread to see what others have done. Should he switch hands and shoot lefty or try and use his third finger?
I realize you have more to overcome and I’ll pray for you that God will show you the way.

 

[GetReal]

I am sorry to hear this friend. Your troubles make mine seem really small and remind me to stop complaining.

I would encourage you to do whatever it takes to keep shooting because at least for me that would be a true comfort and moments of relief from the daily hardships

I don't have any recommendations just I hope words of encouragement and admiration

 

[Hal]

Arch
Check the internet for groups that offer support like WARRIORS ON THE WATER and I’m sure there are other that aid in setting up hunting and other outdoor trips. The groups offer support and they know what you’re going through . They would know of any help and offer backup.
Looking forward to your hunting pictures.
Hal