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CurrentMy story started when I was in an auto accident right after college and broke my right femur in 2 places. I was in traction for 3+ months, but a break did not heal properly, so I had surgery to apply plates and a screw into my hip. Over the next several years, I underwent numerous physical therapy sessions and endured several surgeries to remove hardware and elongate my quad muscle. I could no longer run or perform related exercises, and even biking was difficult since my damaged leg would… Show more My story started when I was in an auto accident right after college and broke my right femur in 2 places. I was in traction for 3+ months, but a break did not heal properly, so I had surgery to apply plates and a screw into my hip. Over the next several years, I underwent numerous physical therapy sessions and endured several surgeries to remove hardware and elongate my quad muscle. I could no longer run or perform related exercises, and even biking was difficult since my damaged leg would only bend about 90-degrees. Worse, the anesthesia and pain meds tore up my stomach.A few years into my diminished quality of life, I was introduced to Shaklee®. I began taking its protein shake and multivitamin, and took alfalfa tablets to aid in digestion. Almost immediately, I felt energized, was able to stop taking Tagamet, and again enjoyed foods from my Italian heritage.About 10 years after the accident, I experienced shooting pain in my hip after activities such as mowing the lawn. X-rays showed post-traumatic arthritis and my orthopedic surgeon suggested I monitor and adjust my activities, and said if the pain became severe, I would be facing a hip replacement. He prescribed pain and anti-inflammatory meds. Knowing these would not work for my stomach, I researched natural alternatives.I first tried various supplements on the market with little results, but soon learned I could turn to Shaklee®, a company that clinically tests its products for efficacy. I began taking Vitamin C, omega-3s and other supplements that have natural anti-inflammatory properties, and later Joint Health Complex, which did the trick. A few years later, I was playing softball with college buddies. Using Shaklee’s sports nutrition, I was even able to play doubleheaders. All-in-all, I avoided hip replacement for almost 25 years, while experiencing positive side effects – less suffering from chronic hay fever allergies, lowered cholesterol, and enjoying spicy foods. Shaklee® truly changed my life! Show less
