Rugby has always been my passion. From the first time I stepped onto the pitch as a kid, I knew this sport was where I belonged. The rush of adrenaline, the camaraderie, the challenge—it was everything to me. But about two years ago, I started feeling this deep, nagging pain in my hip. At first, I brushed it off as just another rugby knock, but it only got worse. Running became unbearable, and soon, even walking was a struggle. It wasn’t just about the pain anymore—it was about losing the ability to do what I loved.

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I tried everything—physio, rest, even cortisone shots—but nothing worked. I was desperate to get back to the game, but my body just wasn’t cooperating. That’s when I was referred to a specialist who diagnosed me with hip impingement. To hear that I needed surgery at 28 was terrifying. I wondered if my rugby career was over.

The Hip Preservation team gave me hope when I thought I had none. From the start, they took the time to explain everything—what the surgery entailed, what my recovery would look like, and what I could expect after. They didn’t just treat my hip; they understood my passion for rugby and made it their mission to get me back on the field.

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The surgery went better than I expected, but the road to recovery wasn’t easy. There were days when I wondered if I’d ever run again, let alone play rugby. But with expert guidance, a solid rehab plan, and unwavering support from the team, I slowly started to see progress. The pain I had been living with for years began to disappear, and I felt stronger each day.

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I remember the first time I jogged without pain. It was such a small moment, but for me, it felt like I had climbed a mountain. From there, it was about rebuilding strength, regaining mobility, and learning to trust my body again. Dr. Patel and the rehab team were always there, pushing me, encouraging me, and reminding me that getting back to rugby was within reach.

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Fast forward to today—I’m back on the pitch, and it feels incredible. I’ve not only regained my physical strength but also my mental confidence. There’s no greater feeling than running without pain, tackling without hesitation, and knowing that my body can handle the intensity of the sport I love.

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If there’s one thing this journey has taught me, it’s that expert care and advanced treatments can be life-changing. I went from fearing that my rugby days were over to embracing life with more energy and passion than ever before. I’m not just back to playing rugby—I’m back to living my life the way I always wanted, with no limits.

To anyone facing the daunting road of hip surgery, trust the process, trust your team, and know that there’s light at the end of the tunnel. If I can come back from this, so can you.