Bob B had been struggling with arthritis pain in his knee, which made his favorite activity—hiking—nearly impossible. After consulting with an orthopedic surgeon, he was referred to Dr. DeMers for a stem cell treatment. However, as it was the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bob hesitated to proceed with the treatment since it involved drawing blood. Instead, he decided to explore physical therapy as an alternative.

Determined to regain his strength and mobility, Bob began Telehealth visits with Dr. Ellora Maggs. Despite never meeting in person, he committed fully to the exercises prescribed, motivated by his desire to return to hiking without pain. At that time, even a half-mile hike required him to stop and take ibuprofen due to the intense soreness in his knee.

Remarkably, after just two weeks of following Ellora’s guidance, Bob noticed significant improvements! His knee was getting stronger, and he could hike longer distances without as much discomfort. This progress was monumental for Bob, who had once feared that he might lose the ability to walk properly.

Understanding that staying pain-free might make it harder to remain motivated, Bob took a proactive step by joining our training membership. He began strength training with our trainers, starting with Liam and now working with Jonah. Additionally, Bob has incorporated regular activities into his routine, including playing pickleball weekly and leading a hiking group every Monday.

We are thrilled to see Bob achieve the results he was hoping for, and his story is a powerful reminder that movement is medicine.

Keep up the great work, Bob! We’re grateful for your dedication and for recommending our services to others who can benefit from our help.