For two years, I was in pain. A specialist had told me to expect a hip replacement in five to ten years, but I could not imagine living with so much pain and not being able to exercise for so long. I was very fortunate to find Dr. Bryan Kelly at the Hospital for Special Surgery, who was able to repair a bad tear in my right hip. The day after surgery, I was on a stationary bicycle in physical therapy. Six weeks later, I was practically pain-free.
The physical therapists in Dr. Kelly’s office gave me a detailed protocol to get me back to all the things I love to do. In four months, I was playing golf, taking Pilates, and spinning again. I was so happy! The Center for Hip Preservation is very thorough in their care. They offer an online class explaining the surgery in detail. Before the surgery, physical therapists give strengthening exercises and closely monitor your recovery. I live far from Manhattan and was able to follow up via e-mail or telephone; they do whatever it takes to provide the best care. Dr. Kelly and the staff of the Center for Hip Preservation at HSS gave me my life back. If you are considering surgery, know that you are in excellent hands.
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