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A new lease of life with Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Knee Surgery: Mr Bernard’s Story

Having suffered with knee pain for many years, Mr Paul Bernard decided to undergo Mako robotic-assisted knee replacement on both knees with Mr Andrew Shepherd, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital. From the operation to aftercare, Mr Bernard would happily recommend Warwickshire Hospital and robotic-assisted knee replacement to anyone.

  • Personal stories
  • Joint surgery stories
Updated 26 October 2026

Connected healthcare helps Jill get back on her bike after 15 years

After suffering agonising knee pain for almost 15 years, Jill wanted something done about it as soon as possible, so she could get back to cycling and walking. Thanks to a successful knee surgery and recovery programme at Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital, Jill is now doing four spin classes a week.

  • Physiotherapy stories
  • Personal Training stories
  • Personal stories
Updated 17 August 2026

Joanne's breast cancer recovery story

Joanne Taylor survived breast cancer, but anxiety stripped away her confidence. After a remarkable physical and emotional recovery – she’s back in control of her life.

  • Cancer stories
  • Personal stories
  • Women's health advice
Updated 17 August 2026

Heather’s story: from dislocation despair to fitness freedom

Two knee injuries left Heather doubting she’d ever go back to her active lifestyle. But meeting with a Nuffield Health physiotherapist gave her the confidence to recover.

  • Personal stories
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  • Mental health stories
Updated 17 August 2026

Dad from Devon returns to hobbies and career after successful neck surgery

What initially seemed like a minor football injury, resulted in debilitating neck and shoulder pain for single dad and mature student, Jacob Cunningham. Thanks to successful cervical spine surgery, Jacob is now swimming three times a week and rebuilding his sporting calendar.

  • Personal stories
  • Personal Training stories
  • Joint surgery stories
Updated 17 August 2026

How Mark got back to mobility with two new knees and expert care

Warehouseman Mark from Bridgend selected Nuffield Health Cardiff and Vale Hospitals for his knee replacement in November 2023 and returned less than six months later for the other knee in May 2024.

  • Personal stories
  • Physiotherapy stories
  • Joint surgery stories
Updated 17 August 2026