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Muhluri's Bright Future Ahead.
Muhluri a lively toddler is doing well with her first set of prosthetics.
Muhluri was born with fibular hemimelia, a condition where the fibula is missing. At just 2 years old, she underwent a bilateral below-knee amputation on 17 January 2023 and became part of the Jumping Kids Prosthetic Fund.
Since getting her prosthetic legs, Muhluri has become an active, joyful girl who loves to run, play and explore with confidence. Early support is crucial for children like Muhluri, helping them grow, develop and enjoy their childhood just like other kids.
Q&A
What are her favourite activities and why?
Muhluri enjoys playing with a ball and spending time with friends because these activities allow her to express her energy and engage in physical play. Running around is particularly fun for her, as it gives her a sense of freedom and excitement.
Muhluri enjoys playing with a ball and spending time with friends because these activities allow her to express her energy and engage in physical play. Running around is particularly fun for her, as it gives her a sense of freedom and excitement.
What would you like her to do as a career one day? Any ideas yet?
While Muhluri is still young, her love for physical activity and athleticism suggests a potential career path in sports. She could explore various options within the field, such as becoming a professional athlete, a sports coach or a physical therapist.
While Muhluri is still young, her love for physical activity and athleticism suggests a potential career path in sports. She could explore various options within the field, such as becoming a professional athlete, a sports coach or a physical therapist.
What types of sport &/or other extracurricular activities would you like her to be involved in?
Track and field events, such as sprinting, long jump, and javelin throw, would be ideal for Muhluri. These activities align with her interests and can help her develop her physical abilities and coordination. Additionally, other sports like swimming or basketball could also be considered, as they offer opportunities for physical fitness and social interaction.
Track and field events, such as sprinting, long jump, and javelin throw, would be ideal for Muhluri. These activities align with her interests and can help her develop her physical abilities and coordination. Additionally, other sports like swimming or basketball could also be considered, as they offer opportunities for physical fitness and social interaction.
What do you hope for her try or achieve with her prosthetic equipment?
The primary goal is for Muhluri to gain the ability to walk and run independently. This would significantly enhance her mobility and quality of life, allowing her to participate in various activities without limitations.
The primary goal is for Muhluri to gain the ability to walk and run independently. This would significantly enhance her mobility and quality of life, allowing her to participate in various activities without limitations.
What is your message to other parents of children living with a physical challenge?
There is hope and support available for families facing physical challenges. By conducting thorough research and seeking assistance from organizations like Jumping Kids, parents can ensure that their children have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to thrive.
There is hope and support available for families facing physical challenges. By conducting thorough research and seeking assistance from organizations like Jumping Kids, parents can ensure that their children have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to thrive.
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