Welcome!

Welcome to What A Joint! 

I have decided to start this blog as a journal of sorts for myself and anyone who cares to read it (family, friends or other) as I continue on my path to be pain free!

Bit of background on myself...
When I was quite young I was diagnosed with Legg-Calve Perthes Disease in my right hip.  This is a degeneration of the head of the femur and acetabulum (the hip and hip socket).  At the age of 12 I had my first hip surgery (just months after accomplishing my black belt in Taekwon do).  At the age of 23 I had my second surgery.  By this time I was a certified Personal Trainer (yes, a very active job).

I have spent many hours in hospitals and doctors offices and have often been asked why I don't change to a less active job.  My belief is that my hip issues brought me into the industry of health care and sports and that my own struggles help me to be a better trainer.

I am now 33 years old and the owner of a fully operational fitness business with three staff, approximately 50 regular active members and we don't plan on stopping any time soon!

Feel free to follow my blog as I describe my current situation and decisions being made in my daily life as well as running a business and staying active along the way.

Sincerely,
"B"