When I met Dr. Ellis to discuss my PAO surgery, I cried because I thought I was going to be done being an athlete and playing softball. At that very appointment, Dr. Ellis told me he'd get me back to playing softball and I'd be stronger than ever… and I am! I'm pain free, doing all the sports I love, and just signed my letter of intent to play college softball at Ohio Dominican University this fall. I can't thank Dr. Ellis and Dave Kohlreiser enough for their wonderful care, and for getting me back to the ball field.
My hip pain gradually worsened over the years. I went from walking every day to not doing much of anything due to the pain. Once I finally got up the nerve to see Dr. Ellis, the x-ray showed no cartilage in my left hip. Dr. Ellis suggested an anterior hip replacement. Everyone involved at the surgery center was very professional and personable. I limped into the surgery center at 5:30 a.m., my surgery was scheduled for 7:00 a.m. As I was wheeled into surgery the clock showed 7:02 p.m. I was awake in recovery by 9:40 a.m. The nurse had me walking the hallway and up and down stairs about 1:30 p.m. Then I walked out to the car at 2:00 p.m. It is like a miracle to walk with no pain. Don't let fear keep you from having this surgery. There are a few weeks of recovery-taking it easy and using the walker and then a cane. After that you are on your way to live your life! Thank you Dr. Ellis and all the people at Orthopedic ONE!!