I was informed that I will need bilateral/both knees replaced at the same time. Not hearing much positive support and the fact that not many doctors will do it, I was not encouraged. I started pre-surgery physical therapy with Brian at Therapy Solutions. We reached a point where he felt I was ready for surgery. Being properly prepared removed much of the anxiety associated with this type of surgery. The doctor following surgery and the post-surgical therapists said I was the best-prepared patient they ever had. My pain level was manageable between 4 and 5. I was released the following day from the hospital and could walk unassisted in 3 days following surgery. I did use a cane just for
insurance. I can walk up and down stairs within a month of surgery (both knees). I feel this was due to the pre-surgery physical therapy Brian provided. When I selected the doctor and hospital, I researched the best I could find, a Dr. Firestone in Scottsdale, Arizona, Bone, and Joint Replacement Center. He hand selects his team through the whole process and uses the latest technology and specializes in pain management. If he is not the world’s best, he is in the elite group that is. Next to the surgeon, Brian, and Therapy Solutions were the most critical component in my success. Therapy is the solution, not the problem. Do what they tell you and you will have a positive outcome, much better than you might expect. Brian and Therapy Solutions will enhance the positive outcome of your surgery, help manage the pain, and get you rehabbed quickly. It was a positive experience.
Thank you, Brian, you have proven to be among the elite. When just ok is not ok.”