“I feel back to normal.”

Louis’ Story

What was life like before joint replacement?
Before joint replacement, I wore a heavy-duty knee brace, used crutches and was in constant pain. Life was miserable, to say the least.

What was the turning point for you?
My turning point was when the knee joint pain became so severe it brought me to tears. I literally lost all mobile capabilities. Getting around became a huge energy and emotional drain. 

What is life like now?
I feel back to normal and can perform most activities like hiking, playing golf and participating in various exercise classes. I rarely feel my Uni-knee. Without these types of devices and the doctors involved in their development, my quality of life would certainly be different, and not in a good way. It took me two years to fully recover from surgery because I had some mobile bearing issues early on that created concern and discomfort. But I was patient and listened to my surgeon and gave the device time to break in and sit correctly.

What advice do you have for others considering joint replacement?
My advice is to give sufficient time for rehab and recovery. I knew I would heal at a different rate than other people, so I tried not to become discouraged. I built confidence in my new joint, and once I developed trust in it, my recovery increased at a rapid pace.