"I Shouldn't Have Waited so Long"

Name: Patrick

Location: Berlin, PA

Treatment Type: Hip Replacement

Activity/Hobby: Biking, Walking

Patient Story: Patrick from Berlin, PA

What was life like before joint replacement?

I lived in pain for years before I gave in and got a new hip. It was a struggle everyday to walk and survive the day. I could not run, ride a bike, or even go shopping without looking for a seat to sit in.

What was the moment you knew you needed to move ahead with surgery?

I knew I needed to go through with surgery when every step hurt and I could not walk more than 30 yards.

How has joint replacement changed your life?

Life now is back to normal, and I have no pain. What information do you have that would help others considering joint replacement? I should not have waited so long to get a joint replacement.

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About Hip Replacement

About Hip Replacement

In a total hip replacement surgery, doctors replace the diseased or damaged hip with an implant consisting of a stem, ball, liner, and acetabular cup.

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ANTERIOR ADVANTAGE™ Hip Replacement

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