My Hip Resurfacing Story My story started 6 years ago when I was diagnosed with a stress fracture in my femur. I was fitted with a DHS (Dynamic Hip Screw). I was able to do most things after my rehabilitation but running became painful and not worth it. My hip … Continue reading →
I had my hip resurfaced in June 2016 by Dr. Schemitsch at age 46 and had an excellent experience. (BHR – left hip only). Very professional and knows his stuff. Just wanted to share in case any other Canadians may come across this site. My surgery was all covered by our … Continue reading →
May 3,, 2020 76 yrs now and first resurfacing was done on the 22nd Nov 2000 , the other one was done in 2015 . All still good Thank You . Regards Rob 18 Year Update Rob Farley’s Hip Resurfacing Mr. McMinn 2000 May 3, 2018 – I’m in good … Continue reading →
Update December 2021 I’ve been busy playing at ”Lumberjack” cutting trees damaged in the recent storm and for sure without you/Koen de Smet/MatOrtho ReCerf -I’d not have been able to do so. AUGUST 2 2021 – BRIAN’s YEAR 2 POST OPERATIVE UPDATE C on C Re Cerf with Dr Koen … Continue reading →
The continuing controversy – Thomas P. Gross MD. 7/4/2015 Young women who desire a more functional hip replacement were recently dealt a large blow when the smaller sizes of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) device were withdrawn from the market by Smith Nephew Richards because the 10-year revision rate for women was higher than for…
Continue reading →5 Year Update December 16, 2021 Joe’s bilateral hip resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2016 Five years ago this week I underwent bilateral hip resurfacing surgery with Dr. Gross. I can’t believe time has gone by so fast. This was the best medical decision I have every made! Happy Holidays to … Continue reading →
A new member of the Hip Talk Discussion Group is considering hip resurfacing, but very concerned about the negative press and the medical communities not supporting hip resurfacing. Patricia Walter, owner of the Surface Hippy Website, responded to his concerns about hip resurfacing in the following article: Hip Resurfacing is … Continue reading →
What Equipment Will I Need At Home After Surgery? What Items Will I Need At Home After Surgery? Everyone has slightly different needs. There are some basic items almost everyone needs and then there are things that some people want and others just don’t need. Must Haves: Crutches – Normally crutches are supplied by the… Continue reading →
November 18, 2021 7 Year Update Left BHR and 4.5 Year Update Right THR My turn to announce another anniversary – 7 years of BHR left hip, and 4.5 years ceramic THR right hip. No hip problems as such, although I always feel the BHR side around the scar and … Continue reading →