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Tomorrow marks 14 weeks since my surgery on December 2nd to replace my bicuspid aortic valve with an On-x valve. I wanted to provide a brief update to provide hope for those who will be having surgery in the near future or are currently recovery. At age 34 and healthy going into the surgery...

Has anyone dealt with knots in the back/shoulder area? I am 5 weeks post AVR and the worst pain yet has been from this knot by my left shoulder blade. Anyone have any success getting relief?

I enjoy golf a great amount and was wondering how far removed from surgery will I feel comfortable taking a full swing? Anyone else have any time frame for their return to the golf course? Thanks!

At age 3, I was diagnosed with congenital bicuspid aortic stenosis and have been monitored at least once a year for the past 31 years. On August 28th I was told the time has come for replacement. After much research and consultation with my surgeon, I have decided on the On-x. Dr. Stewart and...