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Áine Ní Dhomhnaill is from Inis Meáin in the Aran Islands. She had knee replacement surgery at the HCB Hospital in Denia. She opted to stay for 3 weeks so she could get more physiotherapy sessions.
Here’s what Áine had to say:
“I was told in Ireland I needed both knees replaced. I had issues last year while on holidays in Spain and the physiotherapy I got back then was first class. It was the first time in my life that physiotherapy worked for me. “So when it came to getting my knee replacement surgery, the attraction for me wasn’t the surgeons necessarily, it was the aftercare programme which Healthcare Abroad offered in Denia. “When it came to deciding to go to Spain, it was a very easy decision for me. “Back home you go and get your surgery, if you’re lucky. After 2 days you put both your feet on the ground and the surgeon says he’ll be in touch in a month or two. That’s the service at home.
“But in Spain the aftercare programme is what I wanted and I have to say it was second to none. “The team in the Healthcare Abroad Hospital is fantastic. I had 2 physio sessions every day in the week after surgery. The following week I did 2 more sessions per day. “I can’t find the words to describe how amazing the physiotherapists are. You might go in to them in the morning, and you might not be in the best of humour but you always come back out again laughing. “I am going to tell everyone on the islands and in the west of Ireland about Healthcare Abroad because whatever services there might be in the east of the country, they are practically non-existent in the west.
“If there is anyone reading this who needs help they should call Healthcare Abroad right away.”
I called Chris at Healthcare Abroad and every single thing he told me on the call was 100 per cent and more. The service is exceptional. “All the drivers and carers and all the hospital staff were superb. The physio and aftercare was out of this world and I am hoping now to return to refereeing in the New Year. I’ll start with short-sided games and maybe progress to 11-a-side matches again. “I want to thank everyone at Healthcare Abroad.
Read Their Story“I had the consultation the next day and a day later I was in surgery and had my knee replaced. What was really good about the experience was the rehab which followed, which is always nicer to do when the weather is so good. “Two weeks later I was able to walk in without crutches to see a physio back home in Clare for a check-up and she was amazed. I was able to walk unaided, and just as importantly the excruciating pain had gone.”
Read Their Story“It was the best decision I ever made,” said Robert. “I would say to anyone in my own parish or own county if they are in the same position ‘Don’t even think about it, just get on a plane to Alicante’
Read Their Story“We were out in Spain within weeks and it has just been the best decision ever." Joan flew to Alicante and was provided with a private transfer to her hotel in Denia. “The drivers aren’t just drivers. They are carers as well. They really look after you,” says Joan.
Read Their StoryI'm back working in my job educating children. I am also travelling again, cycling, swimming and doing the things that I love. “None of this would have been possible without Healthcare Abroad. If I hadn't made this decision I would still be on an endless waiting list with no pain relief.
Read Their Story"The Healthcare Abroad team has been absolutely outstanding from start to finish," said Bernadette. "I cannot thank you all enough."
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