“I now have no pain.”

Jo Ann’s Story

What was life like before joint replacement?
I was in constant pain. On a scale of one to 10, I was a 10. I could hardly walk, and certainly not without extreme pain. Even normal daily activities were out of the question. 

What was the turning point for you?
Five years prior, I had my other knee replaced, and the surgery was a total success and relieved all the pain. I wanted the same for my left knee when the pain increased and began affecting my enjoyment of life. 

What is life like now?
Joint replacement surgery changed my life because I now have no pain. I have returned to an enjoyable way of life.

What advice do you have for others considering joint replacement?
After surgery, it is important to follow and keep up with the physical therapy. Therapy can be intense but is well worth all the effort you put into it.