What's next for me?

This journey has helped me expand my knowledge of Trochlear dysplasia and, surprisingly, has made me consider surgery after hearing the stories of others. Although with surgery there is a lot to endure and many side effects, I think knowing that there is a possible solution to my dislocations makes me feel a lot better.

So far, my knee is doing fine. I haven't dislocated it in almost 4 months which is a huge progression from daily and weekly. With training at the gym 4 or 5 times a week, I feel that this has aided in strengthening my knee and the supporting ligaments and tendons to help provide more stability to my patella. I continue to try and avoid such vigorous activities that involve putting pressure on my left knee.

With feeling more educated, I'll more likely get surgery whilst I am young, meaning that I could recover more quickly as I've discovered the younger you are, the quicker the recovery is.

My diagnosis documents | Photo by me

Alongside promoting my documentary on my Twitter page, I have also posted on the Knee Trochlear dysplasia Facebook group to notify them when my documentary will be ready to watch. Some are waiting and are excited to see it which makes me excited!

I’m happy to be giving a voice to those who share my journey, even from across the world. I feel rewarded to have undergone a journey that is such an important aspect of my life and other people's and, with the messages I've already received, know that my community are happy I have done this!

I've also received messages saying to continue with the research and content to raise awareness of Trochlear dysplasia and help create the recognition it deserves.

My favourite moments of my discovery journey | Photos by me

To conclude, this journey has been enjoyable, worthwhile, interesting and life-changing!

It has provided me with peace of mind. From speaking to other people that have Trochlear dysplasia, to finding out more information through medical experts, I am happy with my discovery overall. I hope that research expands and Trochlear dysplasia is recognised more, treated better and that my community start to feel more supported regarding our shared condition.

Onwards and upwards! :)