“All the things I did before surgery, I can do again.”

Name: Michele

Location: Cumberland, MD

Treatment Type: Hip Replacement

Activity/Hobby: Dancing, Walking

Close up of woman's feet in blue sneakers walking on trail

Michele’s Story

What was life like before joint replacement?
Before surgery, I had difficulty walking, vacuuming, sitting on the floor, playing with my grandbabies, getting in and out of the car and bathtub and getting comfortable in bed.

What was the turning point for you?
I knew I needed surgery once my hip injections stopped working.

How has joint replacement changed your life?
All the things I did before surgery, I can do again.

What advice would you give others considering joint replacement?
I wish I didn’t wait eight years to have surgery. I found rehab hard, but I knew it would pay off in the end.

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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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