Athletes like Britta Llewellyn keep their bodies strong throughout their careers, knowing that injuries and other wear and tear are risks that come with being a professional. As a professional water skier, Britta knew “that water skiing has a big impact on the body—on the spine—I knew that when I was competing.” After she retired, she consulted with Dr. Bray, whom she had met through Red Bull, her sponsor. They determined that two of her discs needed replacing, and quickly.
Britta had all of her prior surgeries done in Europe, where she knew the doctors and had excellent health care. “But after meeting Dr. Bray,” she says, “why would I go back? I feel in such good hands with him.” From the nurses to the assurances that she was given prior to the surgery, Britta went in “free of fear” knowing that she was in good hands.
Hear the story from Britta herself in this exclusive video.

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