In 2002, Coach K had another successful hip replacement and rehabilitation on his right hip after experiencing similar symptoms. Later that same year he was back to coaching in one of the best years of his career.

I wish I had made the decision to have hip replacement sooner. I had exhausted all the non-surgical options, but still put off the surgery. This cost me some quality of life and it almost cost me the joys I continue to experience as a coach.

Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition characterized by the loss of cartilage in the joint and changes in bone. Mild to moderate osteoarthritis may be managed with diet and exercise and the occasional use of acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to help reduce joint pain, stiffness and swelling. Joint replacement surgery is a consideration for people with advanced arthritis associated with joint damage, serious limitations in physical mobility and an overall reduced quality of life.

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