“It was so great, I am having the other knee done.”

Cathy’s Story

What was life like before joint replacement?
I had knee pain for about 12 years. I had stopped almost all physical activities, such as biking, swimming in the ocean, dancing and traveling because I couldn’t stand for long periods of time. In addition, I couldn’t keep up with my friends when walking or hiking. It was hard to get up from a table in a restaurant because my knee became stiff after sitting. My knee would get stuck, and I couldn’t bend or straighten it for about five minutes.

What is life like now?
Life is already better seven months after my knee replacement surgery. I have been swimming in the ocean, dancing and doing yard work. I rode a Segway all over Richmond, Va., and I took a train to attend a concert and stood for almost the entire three-hour show.

What advice do you have for others considering joint replacement?
I saw a huge difference following my first knee replacement surgery. It was so great I am having the other knee done.