Alison
See More StoriesI first went to Gavin McHugh in 2021, a year after suffering a displaced tibial plateau fracture. I was in constant pain and my mobility was restricted badly. Gavin advised removing plates and screws that had been put in after my accident. The surgery was a success and the difference was amazing. I was able to live relatively pain free. In 2023, about 4 months before my wedding, I was really struggling with my leg. The knee kept giving way beneath me as I was walking and the pain had returned with a vengeance. Gavin gave me my options and we decided together that a partial knee replacement was the way to go. I was terrified at the prospect of it and so anxious about being able to go ahead with the wedding. I did not want to be in pain all day or have my knee collapse while walking down the aisle. Well… it was the best decision I could have made. Gavin was able to partially replace the knee, clean out some of the debris and actually straighten my leg, which had been crooked since the accident. I can’t explain the physical and emotional pain of the trauma my leg suffered. I had no self confidence and my leg was a constant worry. Words cannot express how grateful I am to Gavin for making sure I could walk down the aisle, get through my first dance and party into the night… in heels (mostly)… and all pain free. I was even able to go snorkeling on honeymoon. He gave me a whole new lease of life and I am confident in my leg. I am back in the gym doing squats and lunges now… something I never, ever thought would be possible. Thank you for everything Gavin.