Ruth King

At my age, I am apprehensive of any surgery, so when my knee started to swell and hurt, I sought the advice of Dr. Carlo Milani. Dr. Milani had been recommended by Dr. Brett Toresdahl, who left HSS for Montana and had treated me with injections.

Dr. Milani ordered x-rays and examined me after results were in. He went over a list of my medications for existing adult onset diabetes and high blood pressure. His recommendations were to omit steroids and embark on a series of injections once a week for three weeks every six months. He also advised physical therapy.

The benefits of the treatment were almost immediate. I now go to the ballet, theater, dinners and lunches, and political briefings and commentary. After treatment I fell once due to a misaligned manhole cover and rushed to an appointment with Dr. Milani who examined me and suggested a three wheel ultra light walker for stability and fall prevention. This does not interfere at all with my social and cultural life and I continue to enjoy preferred activities.

I do physical therapy now, which includes boxing with my therapist. Boxing uses both arms and legs and balance as well as adding cardiovascular workout. I could never have done this without encouragement from Dr. Milani.