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Hip Resurfacing Topics
General questions about hip resurfacing - support, information and help

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Hip Resurfacing Still an Excellent Option
Despite negative media against hip resurfacing, experienced surgeons, national registires and mecial studies show postivie outcomes.

Posts: 107
Topics: 14

Last post: February 28, 2020, 01:11:16 PM Re: Unsure About Having ... by petemeads

Polls about Hip Resurfacing
Polls for patients to complete about their hip resurfacing experience

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Topics: 34

Last post: April 08, 2025, 01:15:39 PM Re: Poll - How Old is Yo... by dannythebeerman

Hip Resurfacing Devices
Questions and comments about different types of hip resurfacing devices

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Topics: 86

Last post: October 02, 2025, 10:26:11 AM Re: FDA approved device ... by Pat Walter

Traveling Abroad for Hip Resurfacing
Questions about traveling abroad.  Stories about people traveling overseas.

Posts: 238
Topics: 41

Last post: February 14, 2024, 05:35:51 AM Re: Travelling for Resur... by Liselelal

Insurance Questions
Questions and comments about insurance coverage for hip resurfacing

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Topics: 68

Last post: June 26, 2023, 11:38:52 PM insurance coverage abroa... by mattlorig

Photos - Surface Hippies, pets and environment
Photos of surface hippies, their pets, their hobbies, their sports and other fun stuff.

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Topics: 22

Last post: June 20, 2022, 12:55:27 PM Re: Can I join a maratho... by blinky

Personal Hip Resurfacing Stories

Anniversary Stories
Patient stories celebrating hip resurfacing anniversaries

Posts: 362
Topics: 89

Last post: November 19, 2024, 03:15:22 PM Re: Tenth Anniversary by Pat Walter

Hip Resurfacing Stories
Personal stories about your hip resurfacing and your doctor

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Topics: 735

Last post: September 29, 2025, 09:24:45 AM Re: My Hip Resurfacing J... by Pat Walter

Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Stories
Stories about people with both hips resurfaced

Posts: 2,501
Topics: 162

Last post: July 21, 2025, 06:41:13 PM Re: Joined the Bilateral... by BSarchet

Normal Post Op Problems and Recovery Issues

Recovery Issues
Post Op Recovery Issues including problems and slow recoveries

Posts: 5,708
Topics: 713

Last post: October 07, 2025, 10:25:42 AM Getting back into runnin... by MattFL

Physical Therapy
PT after hip resurfacing.  What special PT did you do. What helped? What hindered your recovery?

Posts: 813
Topics: 128

Last post: April 22, 2025, 04:16:20 PM Re: Who is biking shortl... by MattFL

Sleep Problems and Solutions
Do you have problems sleeping after surgery?  What solutions have you found that work well.

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Topics: 3

Last post: July 24, 2024, 10:07:34 AM Re: Sleeping on my back ... by MarvinB

Groin Pain
Groin Pain and muscle issues after hip resurfacing

Posts: 486
Topics: 58

Last post: November 04, 2024, 05:50:54 PM Re: Groin pain by Tonybda

Infection Problems
Did you have a skin infeciton or infection around your new hip device?

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Topics: 14

Last post: April 02, 2019, 05:59:02 PM Re: Antibiotic prophylax... by catfriend

Leg Length Problems
Is your leg shorter or longer after surgery?  Did the problem resolve itself in time?

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Topics: 15

Last post: June 15, 2019, 12:42:52 PM Re: Longer Leg needs hip... by catfriend

Swelling
Swelling in the hip and or leg after surgery.

Posts: 127
Topics: 21

Last post: February 06, 2020, 12:33:23 PM Re: 6 days post op how m... by Anthony J

Emotional Issues
Are you depressed or upset after hip resurfacing surgery? Talk with other Surface Hippies and find moral support

Posts: 365
Topics: 19

Last post: November 12, 2024, 03:25:56 PM Re: Struggling by BilateralRecerf

Sex and Resurfacing
Surface Hippies often wonder about when they can return to having sex and problems associated with becoming active again

Posts: 71
Topics: 10

Last post: July 14, 2014, 05:48:36 PM Re: New Page About Sugge... by Dave Like Festus

Serious Post Op Problems and Revisions

Hip Resurfacing Serious Problems
Post Op Serious Problems

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Topics: 95

Last post: September 21, 2025, 11:17:15 AM Re: Question by Pat Walter

Blood Clots
Did you have Blood Clots after your surgery? How was it treated?

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Topics: 10

Last post: August 17, 2014, 05:16:21 PM Re: Blood Clots @ 8 week... by hernanu

Acetabular Cup and Femoral Component Revisions
Acetabular Cup and Femoral Component Revisions & Problems

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Topics: 26

Last post: September 29, 2024, 11:30:54 AM Re: Resurfacing Revision by Pat Walter

Metal Allergies & Metal Ion Information
Problems or revisions of a hip resurfacing due to deep metal allergies. Information about metal Ions.

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Topics: 50

Last post: November 08, 2023, 06:29:45 AM Re: First test when….? by petemeads

Medical Studies/Articles

Medical Studies about Hip Resurfacing problems and revisions.
Hip Resurfacing Studies
Studies about hip resurfacing and hip resurfacing devices

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Last post: February 11, 2024, 06:49:31 PM How long do revisions la... by lckp

Doctor Information

Doctor Information
Hip resurfacing surgeon information and questions

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Dr. Brooks
Information about Dr. Brooks and patient stories

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Topics: 9

Last post: May 03, 2019, 02:12:38 AM Re: Dr. Brooks Study - ... by ahausheer

Dr. De Smet
Information about Dr. De Smet and patient stories

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Topics: 9

Last post: July 14, 2019, 07:39:54 PM Re: Brian's ReCerf Ceram... by blinky

Dr. Gross
Information about Dr. Gross and patient stories

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Topics: 46

Last post: July 05, 2025, 10:15:37 AM Re: Doctor Gross info an... by MarvinB

Dr. Pritchett
Information about Dr. Pritchett and patient stories

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Topics: 10

Last post: February 01, 2023, 03:38:55 PM Re: thank you, Dr Pritch... by Pat Walter

Dr. Su
Information about Dr. Su and patient stories

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Topics: 14

Last post: December 09, 2024, 05:36:43 PM Re: Dr Su by silky

Athletes Corner

General Discussion about Athletes
Questions about participating in athletics, post op athletic activities and PT for athletes

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Topics: 79

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Biking/Mountain Biking
Share your stories about mountain biking after hip resurfacing

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Topics: 47

Last post: December 20, 2022, 06:17:59 PM My 10yr Bi-Lateral Anniv... by Gino_Tortellini

Dancing
Are you back to dancing? How long did it take to get back on the floor and dance?

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Topics: 6

Last post: September 26, 2022, 02:00:06 AM Recommended dance suitab... by MichaelCasady

Golfing
Golfers - do you have questions about hip resurfacing and golfing.  Are you an active golfer after hip resurfacing.  Lets talk golf and hip resurfacing.

Posts: 198
Topics: 24

Last post: June 03, 2024, 12:58:41 PM Re: Which hip is harder ... by HippyDogwood

Horseback Riders
Are you a rider? How long did it take you to get back to riding?

Posts: 96
Topics: 10

Last post: June 04, 2018, 10:58:00 AM Re: Riding the bigger ho... by LMS

Martial Arts
Martial Arts hip resurfacing athletes.  Tell us how your trained Post Op and what you are doing now.

Posts: 505
Topics: 31

Last post: May 01, 2019, 08:42:56 AM Re: TKD/Recovery After H... by Pat Walter

Motorcyclists
A special place for Surface Hippy Bikers

Posts: 214
Topics: 30

Last post: May 05, 2019, 01:20:38 PM Re: Over 6yrs riding on ... by arx4

Mountaineering & Climbing
Are you climbing after your hip resurfacing? Tell us about your activities and your post op PT to get back into shape.

Posts: 93
Topics: 18

Last post: April 29, 2024, 11:52:22 AM Re: Hip squaking and rum... by stevel

Running, Ironman, Marathoner
Are you running after your hip resurfacing? How did you train and what are you doing now?

Posts: 1,474
Topics: 159

Last post: November 22, 2024, 11:23:32 AM Re: start running by MattFL

Skating & Hockey
Are you a skater or hockey player?  How long did it take to get back on the ice after hip resurfacing

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Topics: 21

Last post: October 16, 2023, 10:25:48 PM You need some inspiratio... by Eric

Sky Diving
Hip Resurfacing Athletes - high in the skies

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Topics: 2

Last post: January 09, 2017, 06:26:25 PM Re: Skydiving by Pat Walter

Skiing and Snow Boarding
Are you skiing or snow boarding after your hip resurfacing?

Posts: 265
Topics: 38

Last post: December 23, 2018, 06:23:09 PM Re: Pushed the limit a l... by John C

Soccer
Soccer player talk about this hip resurfacing and post op activities

Posts: 138
Topics: 12

Last post: June 04, 2019, 10:29:33 PM Re: Return to football? by jimbone

Surfing & Water Sports
Surface Hippies returning to or interested in Surfing and Water Sports

Posts: 224
Topics: 36

Last post: June 10, 2022, 11:46:43 AM How quickly did you get ... by Alex

Tennis Players
Are you back on the court? Playing singles or doubles? Tell us your story.

Posts: 76
Topics: 12

Last post: January 19, 2023, 03:59:42 PM Need some inspiration? ... by BillyH

Weight Lifting
Are you a hip resurfacing weight lifter? Share your story with other athletes.

Posts: 229
Topics: 21

Last post: February 25, 2025, 12:31:47 PM Re: Study on reduced fex... by tobyskier

Yoga
Yoga activities

Posts: 21
Topics: 6

Last post: April 30, 2021, 10:18:53 AM Re: Beginner Yoga Stretc... by MarvinB

THR Total Hip Replacement Support

THR Patients
Total Hip Replacement Stories and Questions

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Topics: 57

Last post: July 12, 2021, 10:17:42 AM Re: Pain post op by imgetinold

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Re: Philosophical question: When is the "right" time to get hip resurfacing. MattFL Hip Resurfacing Topics Yesterday at 08:30:06 PM
Re: Philosophical question: When is the "right" time to get hip resurfacing. MattFL Hip Resurfacing Topics Yesterday at 08:27:38 PM
Re: Dr. Su or Dr. Gross: Both have excellent reputations, how did you decide? MattFL Hip Resurfacing Topics Yesterday at 07:53:06 PM
Philosophical question: When is the "right" time to get hip resurfacing. ocwa80 Hip Resurfacing Topics Yesterday at 02:51:12 PM
Dr. Su or Dr. Gross: Both have excellent reputations, how did you decide? ocwa80 Hip Resurfacing Topics Yesterday at 10:36:02 AM
Getting back into running MattFL Recovery Issues October 07, 2025, 10:25:42 AM
Re: FDA approved device and experienced hip resurfacing doctor Pat Walter Hip Resurfacing Devices October 02, 2025, 10:26:11 AM
Re: FDA approved device and experienced hip resurfacing doctor stevel Hip Resurfacing Devices October 01, 2025, 10:30:49 PM
Re: My Hip Resurfacing Journey – From Diagnosis to Full Recovery Pat Walter Hip Resurfacing Stories September 29, 2025, 09:24:45 AM
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