"I Can Act Like a Normal Person!"

Patient Story: Teri from Palmetto, FL

What was life like before joint replacement?

I could barely walk, since I experienced pain most of the time. When you're having pain, you're not enjoying life or the people in it.

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

I went on a cruise, and there was a 90 year old that passed me walking! My quality of life had deteriorated. I was unable to do the things I liked to do, much less ambulate without pain or discomfort.

How has joint replacement changed your life?

Now I can walk without pain! I had an anterior hip replacement and was back to work in 2 weeks as a home health RN. I can act like a normal person!

What information do you have that would help others considering joint replacement?

I wish I would have had it done a year earlier.