Arthritis Patient Testimonials - Sanders Clinic
William Reichek, 93
Artist and Retired Business Owner
Houston, TX
Arthritis of the Knee
I think one of the biggest problems today with the elderly is they just stop moving when they retire.
That's one of the worst things about retirement for a lot of people.
I am 93 years old and have always been active. I've traveled all around the world, was married to a wonderful
woman for nearly 64 years and have grandchildren and great grandchildren. I know how important it is to keep
moving - exercise keeps you healthy and keeps joints loose.
And that's what Dr. Sanders advocates. When I went to see him for arthritis in my knee, he knew I didn't
want surgery and he knew I didn't want to be immobilized as other physicians had recommended. He didn't want
that either. So, he suggested a relatively new treatment given through a shot in my knee.
Right now Dr. Sanders is like a miracle worker! With this treatment, I can keep my knee moving, do my exercises,
and keep it strong. I think one of the biggest problems today with the elderly is they just stop moving when they
retire. That's one of the worst things about retirement for a lot of people.
Everyday, I do a series of exercises - rotating my arms, arm lifts, bends. Dr. Sanders advised me on these.
I really like the way he treated me. He still just calls to see how things are going. With his help, I can
continue my walks and projects I'm working on. I plan to paint more and I'm writing a joke book. I have over
400 jokes so far!
