Founded in 1993 by Soraida Salwala, the Elephant Hospital at Mae Yao National Reserve has been a beacon of care for over 3,900 elephants facing various medical conditions, such as fractures, bullet wounds, eye infections, and drug addiction. The hospital’s commitment to the well-being of elephants, exemplified in Mosha’s journey, highlights the significant impact of their tireless efforts.
In Thailand, Mosha, a nine-year-old female elephant, experienced a significant transformation in her life as she received a new prosthetic limb. Mosha lost one of her legs tragically by stepping on a mine.
The Mae Yao National Reserve in Lampang, known for creating the world’s first elephant hospital, played a crucial role in Mosha’s rehabilitation. They have provided her with five prosthetic limbs since her arrival.
Mosha was admitted to the hospital at just 7 months old, becoming the first elephant in the world to receive a fitted prosthesis. As she continued to grow, the committed staff at the hospital designed stronger prosthetic legs to support her increasing weight. In a video, the three-legged elephant initially struggled to navigate the barn, relying on a wooden rail for support against her stump.
Since arriving at the hospital at just 7 months old, Mosha has made history as the first elephant to receive a fitted prosthesis, showcasing the incredible efforts of the hospital’s dedicated staff.
The video captures the elephant grappling with the challenge of moving around the enclosure, eventually finding relief by resting its stump on a wooden rail.
Mosha expresses unmistakable joy with her recently fitted prosthetic leg, celebrating by playfully tossing sand over herself.
The story of Mosha’s journey at the Elephant Hospital serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience of these majestic creatures and the unwavering dedication of those who strive to ensure their well-being.