“I shouldn’t have waited so long.”

Name: Patrick

Location: Berlin, PA

Treatment Type: Hip Replacement

Activity/Hobby: Biking, Walking

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Patrick’s Story

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 every day to walk and survive the day. I could not run, ride a bike or even go shopping without looking for a place to sit down.

What was the moment you knew you needed to move ahead with surgery?
I knew I needed to go through with surgery when it hurt every time I took a step 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 advice would you give others considering joint replacement?
I shouldn’t have waited so long to get a joint replacement.

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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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