Carole.. sounds like your sis found a great surgeon. I'm sure the sports team wouldn't continue to use him if he didn't do a fantastic job and get the guys playing again! And he operated on her husband. I'd say, it's a GO! She's young yet, and with a 2 year old, she needs her life as painfree as possible, and be able to intercept him!

There are always complications with ANY type of surgery. Even the easiest and simpliest. I was a trooper and rather excited before my 1st surgery (cervical spine-neck) but just as I was being wheeled into the OR, I burst into tears. I guess the reality hit me. It is scary. I know, I'm petrified of having my hips done and am going to try to talk the doc into doing both at once. But you can only pray for the best. It'll be what it's suppose to be.

I know your sister will make the right decision. I'll keep her in my thoughts.