Shane Lowry becomes Stryker ambassador due to father's knee and hip replacements
AMBASSADOR: Shane Lowry during the 126th U.S. OPEN at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images
Shane Lowry has become a brand ambassador for the joint replacement division of medical technologies firm Stryker, citing the experiences of his father Brendan, a former Offaly All-Ireland winning footballer.
Brendan Lowry has undergone both hip and knee replacement surgeries and his son has played an active part in his father's treatment.
“Watching my dad in pain because of his hip and knee was as hard as anything I’ve come across on the course. As a caregiver, you want to help, but it’s not always clear where to start,” Lowry said.
“I’ve learned that asking the right questions, finding the right doctor and simply being there along the way can make a big difference.
"I didn’t realise at the time how many Stryker technologies are out there to support those who suffer from joint pain, and I’m proud to now be partnering with a company helping people to keep moving forward. I hope sharing my story encourages others to take that first step with a loved one.”
The partnership with Lowry was announced ahead of this week's Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut
Stryker, which bases its European operations leadership in Cork, hopes Lowry "will help elevate the role of caregivers and encourage a more proactive engagement in the joint replacement journey".
“We know joint replacement is more than surgery - it’s a personal journey that affects both patients and the people who support them every step of the way,” said Katherine Truppi, president of Stryker’s Joint Replacement division.
“As we continue to move lives, we also value the essential and often underrecognized role caregivers play in helping loved ones navigate treatment decisions and recovery. Shane’s story brings that perspective to life in an authentic and meaningful way that we hope can help more people.”
