Female may have resurfacing in one month

brightside · November 14, 2011, 03:14:03 PM

Hi,
I am relatively new to the board and may have a RBHR in one month. The surgeon I have seen is very experienced in BHR's. Fortunately my bone density for a 56 year old female is good. However I am 5'4'. When the doctor briefly looked at my x-rays he said I would probably be at around a 44 size but would know more when he approached. Evidently alot of females fall within that size. I was really unclear if I am really sensitive to metal. I never give much thought to allergies. I would like the birmingham device for now, only because of the long track record.

Wondering if there are other females in US that have been successful so far. I have also been in touch with Vicky Marlow. I have osteoarthritis now at an advanced stage. When I had x-rays four months ago and someone (not my doctor) mentioned a THR--I was not ready yet. The surgeon is very reputable that I have sought advice for with my hip. This is the time I wish I was a bit more bigger boned.

jjmclain · November 14, 2011, 03:29:25 PM

Hi brightside,

I am a very small boned female, 5'2", and just hit my one year post-op left BHR. I was bone on bone arthritis with AVN and a very large cyst. My surgery was a success! I don't even notice my left hip....I feel better than I have in years. Good Luck to you!!

June

Pat Walter · November 14, 2011, 04:55:00 PM

Hi

Many small women have had a sucessful hip resurfacing. If you are with a really experienced surgeon, you should not have problems.

Vicky is a very small lady and she has 2 BHRs. I am sure she suggested using a very experienced hip resurfacing surgeon.

Good Luck. Looking forward to you future posts.

Pat

brightside · November 14, 2011, 04:57:13 PM

Thank you for your feedback. It seems like I may have to travel for the surgery, but some of my insurance may cover it, that I am still working on.

Anniee · November 14, 2011, 05:13:59 PM

One of my friends (who referred me to Dr. Gross), is a very active, small female (much smaller than I am). She had one of her hips resurfaced about 8 years ago, and has had absolutely no problems. She does everything, including running, teaching aerobics, competitive bike riding. She had an annual check-up with Dr. Gross a couple of months ago, and everything is still perfect.

I think if you have not given much thought to allergies, you may not have to worry. I was a little concerned because I sometimes have problems with earrings that are not gold, but I have had no problems with my implants to date. My right hip was resurfaced last April, and the left one last month.

Who is your doctor?

mslendzion · November 14, 2011, 07:41:35 PM

I'm 5.1 and scheduled for surgery in January. I am also bone on bone with spurs, cysts, and advanced degeneration. I was worried too about my size. My doctor does not see any concerns.

Luann · November 19, 2011, 03:24:47 PM

Hi Brightside! I was 45 (had sx 17 months ago) when I had my HR done. I am an ex-jockey, so you can imagine my size is small! I am an 5'2" female who now averages about 117 lbs. I wear a size 5-6 in Wangler jeans. My Dr had a choice between a Wright C+ or a BH. In his opinion, the Wright C+ components fit a small framed women better, so that is what I got! I can still ride (western show events) horses well, and have really had no problems other than the usual "healing pains" you see on this website. Most days now I forget I've even had it done! Hope this helps, and good luck!! Lu