Not only was patient Emma, 65, struggling with crippling knee pain, but she was beginning to feel very down about her growing discomfort and not being able to get about very well. After having waiting many years to be seen for treatment, a friend recommended that she look to find a hospital with a shorter waiting time. After an enquiry to Practice Plus Group in Plymouth she hasn’t looked back!
“My knee pain was affecting every aspect of my life when a friend recommended Practice Plus Group…everyone from the tea lady up made me feel at home at the hospital.”
Emma Beadle, knee replacement patient at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth
Emma says: “My knee pain was affecting every aspect of my life. I could no longer get up and down the stairs safely, or play with my young grandchildren without serious pain. I’d persevered for a number of years but nothing seemed to make much difference.
“A friend saw how much pain I was in, and that I’d waited some time to be seen for surgery already, a friend recommended Practice Plus Group Hospital in Plymouth as she knew that they had shorter waiting times for knee surgery. I spoke to my GP to get my referral switched to the hospital as I wanted something to be done as soon as possible.
“The team in Plymouth have been superb. They’ve given me exceptional care and support throughout. Everyone from the tea lady up made me feel at home at the hospital.
“Following the surgery, the care and attention I have received from my physio Naomi who works at Practice Plus Group have been outstanding. She’s supported me literally every step of the way and has helped me to do things I never thought I could again.”
Now, post-surgery, Emma’s life has undergone a remarkable transformation. She easily navigates stairs and appreciates the simple pleasures in life again without her knee pain. Beyond the physical improvements, Emma’s mental well-being has improved and now she says she smiles every day!
“I am really happy after knee replacement surgery and enjoying spending time as possible with my grandchildren now I’m pain-free. The operation has made such a difference to my life.”
Looking ahead, Emma dreams of returning to horse riding one day soon. Though it’s been years since she last saddled up due to knee pain, Emma’s optimistic spirit remains unwavering!
Learn more about knee replacements in Plymouth in our handy patient guide.
