Our Patients' Comeback Stories
At Carrell Clinic, we take great pride in celebrating our patients’ comeback stories. We know that every step of the healing process takes dedication and patience. Whether it’s regaining mobility, returning to daily activities, or achieving a full recovery, we love sharing these inspiring milestones. These stories highlight our patients’ strength. We hope they provide encouragement to others facing similar challenges.
Sonja
Ah! Relief from Pain
Reverse Shoulder Replacement - Right
I am a doer, so I am of the mindset that I can do anything, at any time. Well, my shoulders proved differently, and I was frantically searching for relief. I tried creams, patches, ointments at…
Rolf
A Grateful Patient’s Journey with Carrell Clinic
Left Knee Replacement
I consider myself a “repeat offender” when it comes to receiving care from the Carrell Clinic—and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Over the years, I’ve entrusted my health to Dr. Dossett (back),…
Betsy
Cervical fusion at c5-c6
I have seen Dr. Clavenna for a number of years and his expertise has kept me enjoying riding my horse. I was experiencing cervical pain for several years and Dr. Clavenna always recommended…
Natalie
From Surgery to Strides
ACL replacement
On March 30th, I tore my ACL while skiing. A month later, on April 29th, Dr. Cooper performed my ACL reconstruction surgery using a cadaver graft. From there, I began the long road of physical…
Allan
Getting to Nationals
Total knee replacement
Understanding that I was a competitive tennis player hoping to help my team get to USTA Nationals, Dr. Peters made sure I had proper therapy on my knee prior to and after surgery. I was ready to…
Brenda
I can wear boots again!
Bone spur removed
I’ve had a bone spur getting steadily worse on my right big toe. I couldn’t wear boots and also some shoes. If a dog stepped on that toe it hurt like H E double hockey sticks. I put it off because…
Tammy
Total Knee Replacement
8/20/2025
The picture shown is only two weeks after surgery. I am now three weeks out and am able to walk without assistance. I do have further to go of course with physical therapy. Dr. Youngman is the…
Dave
Very knowledgeable doctor and staff
Elbow replacement
Carrell Clinic and Dr. Worrel took great care of me. Very prompt appointment and service every time. My left elbow replacement surgery was professional and went without any issues. Recovery is…
Sherri
Better Than Ever!
Reverse shoulder replacement
I was treated for a reverse shoulder replacement surgery by Dr. Jason Klein. I am at my 7th month out of surgery. I am better than before with full range of motion and pain free.
Dr. Klein…
Thomas
Successful Back Surgery
Back Surgery - fusion from T10 - S2
I would like to personally thank Dr. Andrew Dossett and Dr. William Hotchkiss for giving me the opportunity to resume a meaningful quality of life.
I’ve had back pain for most of my adult…
Steve
Back To Competitive Pickleball
Total hip replacement
As a very active and competitive pickleball player, the pain in my right hip progressed to the point that I was unable to play without experiencing a great deal of pain. After getting my right hip…
Sherri
The Weight of the pain- Lifted from my shoulder!
Reverse shoulder replacement
The experience at Carrell Clinic was above reproach! Never have I been happier with an entire team/experience. From the moment I stepped out of the car, I was greeted with warm hospitality.
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Jenna
Physical therapy is equal to surgery
Total knee replacement
We met with Dr Kitziger Jan 14th. He watched me walk and did some X-rays. You need I knee replacement is what he said to me. My husband and I asked a few questions and then just before we left…
Austin
New Elbow
Elbow surgery tendon repair
From start to finish I had a wonderful experience with the Carrell Clinic. My journey started in high school when I first dislocated my elbow from a fall. Went and had MRIs done and saw a…
janet
A Successful Hip Replacement Experience with Dr. Tyler Youngman
Right hip
I recently underwent a hip replacement surgery due to osteoarthritis, and I am thrilled to share my experience with Dr. Youngman, an orthopedic surgeon at Carrell Clinic
From my first…
Cornell
ACL repair
Dr. Cooper has been exceptional at repairing not one but two ACLs. Great work, well informed, outstanding instruction and recovery in both cases are ahead of schedule.
Keith
Beyond Grateful Dr. Vineyard's corrective surgery.
Sub tailor fusion
The Carrell Clinic was top notch from the beginning to the end. I had crushed my calcaneus and had surgery elsewhere. Waited over a year for it to heal, which it never did. I was ready to cut…
MOOSE
I'm back
rotator cuff
Carrell Clinic was a very good experience with no wasted time. Dr Moen was always on time and quick to take care of business. Check in for appointments was quick & easy.
My recovery from…Trudy
Happy Trails
Total hip replacement
Riding horses is our life and with my hip pain I thought that part of my life was over. I was referred to the Carrell Clinic and Dr Waddell gave me my life back! I cannot say one single negative…
Rob
Back At It!
Talonavicular fusion
After several years of off and on right ankle pain, I had had enough. My daughter had just graduated high school, and as a graduation gift we took her to Europe. I was barely getting around and…
Terry
Rt hip replacement
I’m 5 months recovered from my hip surgery. Outstanding results. I’m 100%. First week was sore and stiff (no pain). After first week, recovery was fast and steady. Can’t say enough about Dr…
Scott
shoulder replacement ream & run procedure
shoulder replacement
I have had 4 joint replacements at the Carrell Clinic and have had great success with all replacements. Dr. Peters replaced both my hips and a knee a few years ago. He is great Surgeon and all 3…
Kristina
CrossFit return after surgery
Peroneal brevis - 40% tear and shaved down bone
Carrell Clinic was incredible - they quickly diagnosed my injury and scheduled surgery within a month. My ankle tore after old sports injuries and the surgery went perfectly. I returned to…
Phyllis
I had both knees replaced in summer '23, was diligent with my PT and have had really no pain since about week three after my surgery. I play pickleball, play with my grandchildren and travel totally without pain.
Bilateral Knee Replacement
My experience with Carrell Clinic could not have been better. My surgery went great, the PT that began immediately in the hospital was incredibly helpful, and the last time I used a walker was…
James
Knee surgery and recovery
Knee replacement
Two years have passed since I had successful knee replacement surgery by Dr. Kitziger at Presbyterian Hospital. I was not bending enough and had some difficulty climbing stairs so had two rounds…
Leah
Back to my old self
Repair of ruptured Achilles
One year ago, I was playing pickleball when a strange pain hit the bottom of my leg and sent me to the ground unable to get back up. After visiting the ER and discovering a ruptured Achilles, I…
James
Finally Able to Walk Without Pain
Replace right ankle and correct bone growth in the left ankle.
From start to finish, my experience with Carrell Clinic, Dr. Vineyard, and his staff has been excellent. Since my left ankle was fused, Dr. Vineyard decided replacing the right ankle was the best…
JOAN
Fixed a bad hip that was done wrong by a doctor in a different city
This is the nicest doctors office I have ever been to. Everybody is very polite nice very efficient and my doctor was one of the best. I would never go anywhere else and I tell everybody I know to…
Wade
hip replacement
For over a year was barely able to walk cause of my left hip . Then was finally able to get my surgery through a plan at work that went me going to Carrell Clinic everyone there were professional…
Marjorie
Margie's Recovery
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Prior to my surgery, I heard horrible stories on how long and awful the recovery process was! To my delight, it was not near as bad as I had expected! The surgery was fine and I had very little…
Lynn
I can get out of a chair!!
Knee replacements plus one hip!
I have always lived an active lifestyle, inspired by my parents who always modeled the importance of a healthy diet and exercise. As the daughter of a Clemson Tiger quarterback, I was throwing a…
Johnny
Shoulder Repair
Right shoulder repair
The MRI showed some arthritis and a bone spur. I had been experiencing pain in the shoulder for several months. When Dr. Moen got into the surgery, he noticed that I had shredded the bicep, so…