497 Knee Replacement Stories

The knee is the most complex joint in the body and extremely vulnerable to injury and arthritis. When everyday activities like sitting and climbing stairs become too painful or difficult, orthopedic surgeons usually recommend total knee replacement surgery. Read the stories of patients who chose to have a knee replacement at HSS to get back in the game.

JoAnne Medford, NY

"I am now climbing stairs "like a normal person" I am back to walking three to four miles a day. Before my knee became too bad, my routine was to walk five miles a day. This is what I missed the most..I am happy beyond expectations with the results of my surgery."

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James Little Falls, NJ

" I called Dr. Mayman and scheduled an appointment at which time I was told I needed a TKR. The procedure was done on the 25th of March 2010 and was an absolute success."

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Tom Westwood, NJ

"Here I am, 5 months after my second total knee replacement and I am able to walk 2 miles, play golf and ride a bike. How great is that! "

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Hector Valley Stream, El Salvador knee Image Knee Replacement
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Debra Branchburg, NJ knee Image Knee Replacement
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John New York, NY knee Image Knee Replacement
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Andrew West Caldwell, NJ knee Image Knee Replacement
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Deborah Oakdale, NY

"I had total knee replacement and was up and about in no time. I had very little pain after the surgery."

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Santa J Chesapeake, VA

"About 10 years ago my husband and I retired to Virginia where my daughter practices pediatric critical care, but we always come home to HSS when we need an orthopedic surgeon. There is nowhere else in the world we would ever go!!"

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Dr. Gerald C. Saratoga Springs, NY

"The entire experience was exceptional and I was able to return to work just 25 days after surgery with no pain or discomfort during my 10 hour day. I would return to the Hospital For Special Surgery for any orthopedic procedure without hesitation."

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