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Learn More About Hip Resurfacing
US Trials for the Polymotion Hip Resurfacing System Started
Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of the Polymotion Hip Resurfacing (PHR) System Compared to Total Hip Arthroplasty (PHR)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID NCT06792539
Sponsor JointMedica Inc. Information provided by JointMedica Inc. (Responsible Party)
Last Update Posted 2025-02-26
Study Overview – Brief Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Polymotion Hip Resurfacing (PHR) System compared to total hip arthroplasty, for adults who require hip resurfacing arthroplasty due to 1) non-inflammatory arthritis (degenerative joint disease) such as osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, or 2) mild dysplasia/developmental dislocation of the hip (DDH) up to Crowe Grade 1.
Read More : https://surfacehippy.info/us-clinical-trials-for-polymotion-hip-resurfacing-phr-system-started/
This Trial Includes 7 US locations
1 – Florida Locations
Tampa, Florida, United States, 33613
Recruiting
Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health
Contact: Eric Border
813-979-0440 eric.border@orlandohealth.com
Principal Investigator: Stephen Raterman, MD
2 – Illinois Locations
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60612
Not yet recruiting
Rush University Medical Center
Contact: Anne DeBenedetti
312-432-2468 Anne.DeBenedetti@rushortho.com
Principal Investigator: Craig Della Valle, MD
3 – Maryland Locations
Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21215
Not yet recruiting
Sinai Hospital / LifeBridge Health
Contact: Taj-Jamal Andrews
443-506-3022 tandrews@lifebridgehealth.org
Principal Investigator: Michael Mont, MD
Sub-Investigator: Ronald Ronald, MD
4 – New York Locations
Not yet recruiting
NYU Longone
Contact: Daniel Waren
954-559-2251 Daniel.Waren@nyulangone.org
Principal Investigator: Ajit Deshmukh, MD
Sub-Investigator: William Macaulay, MD
Sub-Investigator: Scott Marwin, MD
Sub-Investigator: Matthew Hepinstall, MD
This Trial Includes 7 US Locations
5 – Ohio Locations
New Albany, Ohio, United States, 43054
Not yet recruiting
Joint Implant Surgeons
Contact: Michael Sneller
614-964-0348 snellerma@jisortho.com
Principal Investigator: David Crawford, MD
6 – South Carolina Locations
Recruiting
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery
Contact: Dani Gailard Campbell
864-561-5142 dani.gaillard@midorthoneuro.com
Principal Investigator: Thomas Gross, MD
Sub-Investigator: Coleman Fowble, MD
7 – Virginia Locations
Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23606
Not yet recruiting
Hampton Road Orthopaedics
Contact: Anthony Carter, MD
757-871-8132 orthoace34@gmail.com
Principal Investigator: Anthony Carter, MD
8 – Bermuda
Paget, Trevelyan, Bermuda, DV04
Recruiting
Orthopaedic and Physiotherapy Associates
Contact: William Peckett, MBBS, FRCS
+1-441-333-5123 WillPeckett@opa.bm
Principal Investigator: William Peckett, MBBS, FRCS
Sub-Investigator: Ronan Treacy, FRCS
Learn more about the ReCerf Ceramic on Ceramic Device here: https://surfacehippy.info/recerf-info/RECERF2025.pdf
Two-Year Results of Ceramic-on-Ceramic Hip Resurfacing in an
International Multicenter Cohort
David Lin, MBBS a, Joshua Xu, MD a,*, Patrick Weinrauch, MBBS b,
David A. Young, MBBS c, Koen De Smet, MD d, Andrew Manktelow, MBBS e,
Paul E. Beaule, MD f, William L. Walter, MBBS a,g
Read Full Study Here: https://surfacehippy.info/recerf-info/2024-Two-Year-Results-Ceramic-on-Ceramic-Hip-Resurfacing.pdf
ABSTRACT
Background: Hip resurfacing arthroplasty (HRA) is a bone-conserving alternative to total hip arthro
plasty. We present the 2-year clinical and radiographic follow-up of a novel ceramic-on-ceramic HRA in
an international multicenter cohort.
Methods: Patients undergoing HRA between September 2018 and January 2021 were prospectively
included. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in the form of the Forgotten Joint Score, Hip
Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score Jr., Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis
Index, Oxford Hip Score, and University of California, Los Angeles, Activity Score were collected preop
eratively, and at 1 and 2 years postoperation. Serial radiographs were assessed for migration, component
alignment, evidence of osteolysis or loosening, and heterotopic ossification formation.
Results: The study identified 200 patients who reached a minimum 2-year follow-up (mean 3.5 years). Of
these, 185 completed PROMs follow-up at 2 years. There was a significant improvement in Hip Disability
and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (P < .001) and Oxford Hip Score (P < .001) between the preoperative,
1-year, and 2-year outcomes. Patients had improved activity scores on the University of California, Los
Angeles, Active Score (P < .001), with 45% reporting a return to high-impact activity at 2 years. At 1 and 2
years, the Forgotten Joint Score was not significantly different (P ¼ .38). There was no migration,
osteolysis, or loosening of any of the implants. No fractures were reported over the 2-year follow-up,
with only 1 patient reporting a sciatic nerve palsy. There were 2 revisions, 1 for unexplained pain at 3
months due to acetabular component malposition and 1 at 33.5 months for acetabular implant failure.
Conclusions: The ceramic-on-ceramic resurfacing at 2 years postoperation demonstrates promising re
sults with satisfactory outcomes in all recorded PROMs. Further long-term data are needed to support
the widespread adoption of this prosthesis as an alternative to other HRA bearings.
© 2024 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND
license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/)
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A Hip Resurfacing Symposium was held in October 2024 in Chicago by the Personalized Arthroplasty Society.
An hour long video of the session about Hip Resurfacing and the Polymotion Hip Resurfacing Device is available for viewing.
It features Dr. Craig Della Valle, Dr. Tom Gross and Dr. Scott Marwin, with Dr. Sharat Kusuma moderating the discussion.
https://vimeo.com/1047765496/9161bdf826
The much-anticipated Polymotion Hip Resurfacing (HR) Device
has been given FDA approval for an IDE study in the US.
Drs. Gross and Fowble at Midlands Orthopedics will be one of the study centers for the Polymotion Device
Read More about the Polymotion Device here
Update on ReCerf Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing Device by Jeramy Latham onDecember 15, 2024
Finally some good news about the ReCerf ceramic on ceramic resurfacing. MatOrtho hosted a meeting on December 13 to present the latest news on ReCerf. It now has approval for use in Australia, and we were told that the UK should get it in May. The results up to 6 years in over 1200 patients are excellent with a 1.4% failure rate. In this video I will tell you about what we discussed at the meeting, and the challenges and opportunities that this new device will bring.
Navigating the landscape of hip resurfacing devices can feel a bit overwhelming. Different types of hip resurfacing devices, such as the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing system, the ReCerf Ceramic on Ceramic system or the Polymotion cobalt chrome head/Vitamin E crosslinked system offer tailored solutions for distinct needs. Each comes with its own set of benefits, adeptly catering to varying medical profiles and activity levels. This article will walk you through the primary types and features of these devices, ensuring you’re equipped with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your health and mobility.
The McMinn Centre is proud to announce the 27th Anniversary of the very first Birmingham Hip Resurfacing carried out by Professor Derek McMinn. This patient is still going strong 27 years after receiving his BHR!
March 15, 2025 was the 19 year anniversary of receiving my BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing from Dr. De Smet in Belgium in 2006
My hip resurfacing is still great and I never had problems with it. I still believe hip resurfacing is a great alternative to a total hip replacement for the right candidate – normally younger people that are very active and want no restrictions.
I started my website https://surfacehippy.info in 2005 to provide people with information about hip resurfacing. There are over 2300 articles, 1700 personal stories and 7000+ members in the Hip Talk Discussion Forum.
I work on the website as a full-time job to keep it up to date with new information and stories. I never regretted having a hip resurfacing or starting my website to help people learn about hip resurfacing.
I will continue to share new device information and person stories. There are many new and interesting devices being developed and active trials for hip resurfacing.
This year, JointMedica invited four global hip resurfacing key opinion leaders to discuss their take on hip resurfacing at the ISTA 2023 Hip Resurfacing Breakfast Symposium (Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel).
Dr. Thomas Gross
Dr. Jim MacKenzie
Professor Derek McMinn
Professor Derek McMinn explores the history and development of hip arthroplasty and the details of factors influencing a successful outcome. Professor McMinn has delivered this talk to many orthopaedic surgeons at international conferences. He continues on his journey to design and develop the most effective and safe joint replacements for future patients.
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Patricia’s 15 Year Anniversary Video from 2021
Patricia Walter – Owner of Surfacehippy.info
I started the Surfacehippy.info website in 2005. I celebrate the 19th Anniversary of receiving my BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing from Dr. De Smet in Belgium in 2006 on March 15, 2025. My hip resurfacing is still great and I never had problems with it. I still believe hip resurfacing is a great alternative to a total hip replacement for the right candidate.
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