Patients with ACL injuries, knee arthritis, and other knee injuries and conditions are getting back to their lives with the help of Shelbourne Knee Center. Here are a few of their stories.
For many people, knee pain is just a part of aging. But for some, the pain becomes debilitating and impacts every aspect of life.
This was true for Gary Kidwell, 69, of Dallas, Texas, who found himself at the crossroads of a major decision—one that would not only change his health, but also his life.
Gary struggled with knee pain from osteoarthritis for about five years. He saw an orthopedist who performed a…
Teresa Fowler began having trouble with her knees about 10 years ago. An active person, she loved walking, hiking, gardening and biking.
When she visited with her orthopedist, she was told she was too young for knee replacement and that the only option was to modify her lifestyle.
"I'm an energetic music teacher who is up and around my classroom all day long," says Teresa. "Although I tried to maintain my…