Emma | Vale Hip and Knee

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon – Hip & Knee Specialist

Emma,

47,

Fitness Instructor

Emma, a 47-year-old fitness instructor, built her career around her active lifestyle. Teaching yoga, pilates and high-intensity interval training was not only her passion but also her livelihood. However, a knee injury during a high-impact workout left her with chronic pain and instability in her left hip.

Despite months of physiotherapy and other non-surgical treatments, Emma’s condition
worsened. She found it increasingly difficult to demonstrate exercises in her classes and
the pain began to affect her mental well-being. Emma knew she needed a long-term
solution to regain her mobility and continue her career.

Why Emma Chose Mr Christopher Thomas

Emma was referred to Mr Christopher Thomas by her physiotherapist, who praised his expertise in complex hip surgeries. During her consultation, Mr Thomas conducted a detailed evaluation and recommended a partial hip replacement using the Mako robotarm assisted surgery. He explained how this minimally invasive procedure would allow for precise implant placement, preserving as much of her natural hip as possible and ensuring a quicker recovery.

Emma was impressed by Mr Thomas’s understanding of her need to return to her active lifestyle as quickly as possible. His tailored approach to her treatment plan gave her the confidence to proceed with the surgery.

Recovery & Rehabilitation

Emma’s recovery plan focused on regaining strength and mobility. In the first few weeks, she performed exercises such as leg raises, gentle squats and balance training under a physiotherapist’s guidance.

By the six-week mark, Emma was back to teaching her yoga and pilates classes and by three months, she had fully resumed her high-intensity workouts. The precision of the Mako robot-arm technology ensured that her hip functioned as naturally as possible, allowing her to return to her active lifestyle without limitations.

The Treatment

Emma’s surgery was performed at St Joseph’s Hospital. The Mako robot-arm technology enabled Mr Thomas to target the damaged area of her hip with exceptional precision, preserving the healthy parts of the joint. This approach minimised trauma to the surrounding tissue and reduced recovery time.

Emma stayed in the hospital for two nights before being discharged.

Emma's Experience

“Mr Thomas understood how important my active lifestyle is to me. His expertise and the advanced technology he used gave me the confidence to get back to doing what I love. I’m so grateful for his care and support throughout the process.”

If hip pain is holding you back from living your life to the fullest, contact Mr Christopher Thomas to discuss how he can help you get back on track.

This case study represents a composite scenario based on similar client experiences. Names, details and identifying information have been changed to protect our clients’ privacy.