“I returned to work full time with no issues.”

Ron’s Story

What was life like before joint replacement?
I couldn’t walk without pain, and the pain affected my work as a residential painting contractor. I couldn’t climb ladders, take off receptacle plates close to the floor or remove baseboards. My golf game became erratic because I couldn’t rotate my body to swing the club, and driving became painful, so I couldn’t take long trips. 

What was the turning point for you?
My turning point came when joint replacement surgery was recommended by my surgeon after he told me injections and therapy would no longer be effective.

What is life like now?
After I finished rehab, I returned to work full time with no issues. I can play golf again, and driving is no longer a problem. 

What advice do you have for others considering joint replacement?
Make sure to finish your rehab and push yourself because the pain will ease as you do more. Also, take your surgeon’s advice about replacing the joint rather than just treating the pain.