When aching joints become a picture of pain and despair
Tri-State Defender Online
Wiley Henry
Sep 10, 2009
When aching joints become a picture of pain and despair
By Wiley Henry | Published 09/10/2009
When aching joints become a picture of pain and despair
Five years ago, Deborah Lee’s world turned topsy-turvy. She no longer was mobile, agile and able to play tennis. Her knees throbbed with pain and obesity caused them to worsen.“
I began to feel the impact and discomfort while standing for long periods of time. I was experiencing severe pain,†said Lee, who was diagnosed with osteoarthritis, a degeneration of the cartilage of the joints.
Lee underwent four surgeries to replace both knees and hips. On Wednesday morning, she relayed her experience to members of the National Baptist Convention during a health breakfast at the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
