Franciscan Orthopedic Patient Testimonials

Total knee replacement surgery is common these days, but Gary Hill, Sr., had an uncommon experience. He had both his knees replaced within four months.

Seattle Sounders goalie Tony Chursky left the world of pro soccer more than 20 years ago, but the aches and pains weren’t so easy to leave behind.

A youthful and energetic 65, David Locey had never had major surgery before. When the pain of osteoarthritis made it difficult to get around a sailboat, he knew it was time. David wanted his active life back, and as quickly as possible.

Although carpal tunnel syndrome is often the result of long hours on a computer keyboard, it can be caused by any repetitive wrist movement. Take 57-year-old Bea Christophersen, a mail carrier whose steady hands helped her deliver mail for more than 38 years.

Gaylen Wood, a 59-year-old retired businessman from Olympia, has battled back pain for “a zillion years.” When Gaylen felt pain down the back of his right leg last October, he saw his family physician first and then tried to see a specialist.