Using a Versa 2 as arm amputee...

[Worldshots-Jill]

Good morning!

I have been debating on a new fitbit, mainly the Versa 2, and looking at the different options.. I love my Fitbit though it is hard for me to really use.

Here is my dilemma - I had my left arm amputated a little over a year ago! Can you see the problem? I wear the watch on my right wrist but then I have no fingers to use it with! My nub is covered (through the elbow) so that does not work.

Right now I have a Fitbit but I have to use my chin to use it and I cannot access the button on the side unless I take it off first.

So, my question is, how easy would it be to use the Versa 2 in my case? I would hate to invest in one and then find out it is not “one handed” user friendly.

Do you have any insight to this? We have discussed this on an amputee site but many arm amputees are in the same position as I am!

[AlvaroFitbit]

@Worldshots-Jill Welcome to the Fitbit Community! I hope you're doing well!

Let me help you with your inquiry about using a Versa 2. The Versa 2 has only one button too and a touchscreen so it seems that the situation will be similar. Which Fitbit device do you have? Does it have a touchscreen too? As you mention your nub will be covered to not sure how it will react with the screen. My suggestion is that you go to a brick and mortar store and see if they have one on display to test it out. Or you can purchase one and test it out yourself, most retailers (including Fitbit at the Fitbit store) have a return period (you will need to see each store terms on this and you can check Fitbit's here).

Let me know how it goes.