Incredible Seven-Year-Old Uses Her Feet As Hands
People who use their feet as hands, often due to congenital conditions like Amelia (absence of limbs) or after losing their arms, develop remarkable dexterity and strength in their feet over time. They use their toes and the arches of their feet in ways similar to how others use their fingers and palms. This adaptability includes everyday activities such as eating, dressing, writing, and even more complex tasks like driving or creating art.
To achieve this, they train their feet to be flexible and responsive, gaining fine motor skills through persistent practice. These individuals often employ their feet for tasks typically done with hands, such as gripping, typing, or manipulating objects. The feet can become so skilled that they perform tasks with precision, including threading needles, playing musical instruments, or even applying makeup.
Technological aids and adaptive devices also play a role, but the human body’s ability to compensate and adapt is the most crucial factor. People who use their feet in place of hands show incredible resilience and ingenuity, often mastering skills that enable them to live independently and participate fully in society. They might face challenges, but their stories are inspiring examples of human adaptability and perseverance.
Little Sophi Green loves to dance – despite being born with no arms. The seven-year-old has adapted to carry out a dizzying array of activities with her feet, including eating with a knife and fork or chopsticks, writing and even riding a bike. Adopted from China when she was just two years old, Sophi lives with adoptive parents Christianne and Jeremy in Herriman, Utah, USA. And the couple were quick to realise just how much she was able to do without arms.
