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Bonnie's story Today, Bonnie has returned to her active lifestyle. She has taken a river cruise through Russia and traveled to Costa Rica.
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Al's story After consulting with his orthopaedic surgeon, it was agreed that the Anterior Approach to hip replacement was a good choice for Al.
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Julie's story
Julie’s life revolved around pain, and now she doesn’t even think about it after her hip replacement. Julie is back to doing the job that she loves.
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Mark's story
Following a traumatic injury, hip replacement surgery allows Mark, a cyclist, to return to his active lifestyle.
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Fredrick's story
“I felt old before my time,” says Fredrick. He can, once again, enjoy playing sports with his 10-year-old daughter.
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Read Ann's story  Within weeks of her surgery, Ann was able to return to the activities she loved, even tap dancing.
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Roger's story
 "Now that I'm no longer limited by severe hip pain, I'm back to doing what I love," says Roger.
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Malene's story
Since her hip replacement using the Anterior Approach, Malene feels blessed to have her mobility restored.
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Diana's story  "Before surgery I was housebound, and when I left the house, I had to plan where I parked and walked," says Diana.
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Floyd's story  Hip replacement allows founder of healthcare facility to return to the work he loves.
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Marcy's story
Marcy, a busy wife, mother of two, and registered nurse refused to let hip pain from arthritis get in the way of her active lifestyle.
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Dr. Cole' story
Hip and knee replacements allow Dr. Cole to return to her 21-bed clinic in West Africa to continue providing health care to those in need.
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Michele's story
Michele, an energetic realtor, says she has great freedom to move since her hip replacement using the Anterior Approach.
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John's story
John, a department of corrections executive and former cowboy, feels much younger since his hip replacement.
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Vickie's story
Vickie’s personal story shows that mind and body work together, and when one suffers, so does the other.
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Karine's story
Karine says life has improved for her since her hip replacement. She exercises regularly, travels with her husband again, and is back to work as a nurse.
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Cathy's story
Cathy, a former Ironman athlete, regains her competitive drive with hip replacement.
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Kenny's story
Kenny has been rising above health challenges his entire life. Read how Kenny’s hip replacement enabled him to participate in a 1,950-mile bike ride benefiting multiple sclerosis awareness.
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Tina's story
Tina plans another trip to Africa to provide dental services to children in need.
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Karen's story
The Anterior Approach for total hip replacement helps Karen regain movement and flexibility.
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Andra's story  Since her hip replacement, Andra once again enjoys walking, gardening, and keeping up with her 7 grandsons.
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