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Kathie Lee Gifford, 72, Beats Chronic Pain, Runs With Grandkids

7/2/2026

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Kathie Lee Gifford, 72, began running with her five grandchildren after recovering from chronic pain and multiple surgeries.
She said chronic pain had previously stopped her from carrying or playing with the children.
Her treatment regimen included a hip replacement, broken-arm repair, cataract surgery, physical therapy and stem-cell therapy.
The CDC reported in 2021 that chronic pain affects about 52 million U.S. adults, roughly one in five.

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Kathie Lee Gifford, 72, began running with her five grandchildren after recovering from chronic pain and multiple surgeries.
She said chronic pain had previously stopped her from carrying or playing with the children.
Her treatment regimen included a hip replacement, broken-arm repair, cataract surgery, physical therapy and stem-cell therapy.
The CDC reported in 2021 that chronic pain affects about 52 million U.S. adults, roughly one in five.