I have been a long distance runner for almost 3 Decades. I took up the discipline seriously when I was in my early 30s. I peaked at the age of 47, PB Half Marathons in 1.15 (75 mins at the age of 47). I continued to train, race in half and full Marathons until right hip pain in 2017 restricted my performance however, I continued to train and race. I average 50 to 60 mile per week and race at least once a month. I can manage a sub 1.39 1/2 Marathon but not for much longer due to the severe arthritic right hip. I managed to, eventually, be accepted for a resurfacing (after having refused twice the offer of total hip) on the NHS in Scotland. I am really pleased that the NHS Scotland has offered me this chance to continue running upon recovery as it really is my passion.
There is a lack of hard, scientific factual evidence regarding the return to serious running post resurfacing! I intend to use my case as one example of evidence in relation to such. I am an Honours Graduate in Biomedical Sciences (1987 Edinburgh) so I do have an analytical approach to data and phenomena! Tomorrow I will compete in my final 1/2 Marathon with my natural hips! I will keep the Surface Hippy site updated regarding my subsequent progress/or lack of in the hope of informing long distance runners.
Hi Jim
I am always happy to post stories on the main website. I try to watch them here and put some of them on the main website. I would be happy to post your updates and photos after your hip resurfacing.
https://surfacehippy.info/category/hip-resurfacing-stories/athletes-hip-resurfacing-stories/ironman-triathlon-marathon-and-running/ (https://surfacehippy.info/category/hip-resurfacing-stories/athletes-hip-resurfacing-stories/ironman-triathlon-marathon-and-running/)
I wish you the best.
Pat
Dear Pat, Thank you very much for your exceedingly rapid reply to my post! All the best to you as well and I look forward to contributing the only website and THE place to find about, and to be informed regarding Resurfacing!
Regards Jim Thyne
Well done for your persistence, to get the operation you feel is best for your future.
Good luck.
I have just completed the Scottish Half Marathon in a time of 1.42.31. It is a fast course however, I ran carefully and did not hammer the hip. Onwards to the 9th of October!