Patient Testimonial

Virginia, ADVANCE® Medial-Pivot Knee Recipient

Virginia was naturally nervous about having an operation performed at such a young age because of the revision surgeries she would potentially need. As a result, she sought multiple medical opinions, but all the physicians she visited came to the same conclusion: surgery. In an effort to delay the inevitable, Virginia was treated with cortisone shots, but to no avail. Walking hurt so much that her doctor offered to give her a handicapped sticker for her car, but she refused to admit she needed it. She found it difficult to participate in family activities, and simple tasks like shopping at the mall were impossible.

The quality of her life had deteriorated so much that Virginia saw Dr. Stephen Stuchin. He recommended a total knee replacement with the ADVANCE® Medial-Pivot Total Knee System. Virginia did extensive research on the product, because she wanted something that was "tried and true" before opting for surgery. Wright's total knee replacement allows greater movement and flexibility for patients, in part, because its patented design is similar to the natural knee's ball-and-socket design and mimics the body's natural ability to twist the knee slightly side-to-side.

Since having the surgery, her left knee is pain free and she is thrilled with the results. She still has pain in her natural right knee, but is so happy with her ADVANCE® Knee that she is having her right knee replaced as soon as she can get the time off from work. Her range of motion is 130° and the new implant feels like her original knee. She now has her life back and no longer lets the pain dictate what she can and cannot do. Virginia is excited to see what Wright will come out with in the future, and she wants the company "to keep forging ahead with their research - I am counting on them!"

"I avoided surgery for fear that I would be disabled at 60. Then, I realized I was already handicapped at 45."

These results are specific to this individual only. Individual results and activity levels after surgery vary and depend on many factors including age, weight and prior activity level.
There are risks and recovery times associated with surgery and there are certain individuals who should not undergo surgery.
Only a physician can tell you if this product and associated procedure are right for you and your unique circumstances. Please consult with a physician for complete information regarding benefits, risks and possible outcomes.