"I am so grateful to Dr. Kripsak for his integrity, professionalism and support during my recent PRP procedure on both knees (November 9). After almost ten years of experiencing arthritic pain in my knees, I am happy to report that I am pain-free. It’s still a little unbelievable! After just a few days of swelling, I was walking without pain. At my physical therapy appointments, I actually had to learn to walk again! My therapist, who had treated me previously, said: 'They look like regular knees now!'
My orthopedists in the past had suggested knee replacements, but I really felt I was too young (at 56 years old) to undergo that radical procedure. On the other hand, I couldn’t walk without pain, and had a noticeable limp on most days. As Dr. Kripsak reviewed my MRIs, it turned out that not only was the cartilage gone in both knees, but I was also suffering from three undiagnosed meniscus tears.
I am now walking, biking, doing Pilates and yoga at least three times a week, and just generally feeling great. I’ve even lost ten pounds since the first of the year with my increased levels of activity. And it feels so good to have legs that work when I need them. And above all, my attitude is so much better. The pain is gone, and apparently, it doesn’t show up on my face anymore. What a relief to have found Dr. Kripsak! I can’t thank him and the Bridgewater Medical Group enough! They’ve given me a new lease on life!"
Karen Flaherty