Patricia Walter
Bill’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Stachniw 2005
Jan 19, 2007 Two Year Update Two years ago I had my left hip resurfaced. When I was active on this list I always appreciated the updates from people a few years out, so thought I would do the same. I am pain free, and my hip is flexible and … Continue reading →
Greig’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2008
February 08, 2008 I just got home from my surgery. I was under general anesthesia because he could find the “spot” (apparently spinals are very tactile) for a spinal. Day one was pretty rough for my first round of physical therapy I could just barely sit up on the edge … Continue reading →
Brian’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2001-2007
February 23, 2007 As I noticed today’s date, I realized that 6 years ago, I was in Baltimore getting my hip re-surfaced by Dr. Mont. Since I rarely even think about it anymore, other when someone mentions it to me, I kind of lost track. I guess it works. For … Continue reading →
Jeremy’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2006
December 21, 2006 Can’t get too technical but I just had the anterior (lateral) approach last week by Dr. Mont. He explained to me that this is his preference and in over 600 procedures only 1 has not worked to expectation. He is very precise and only cuts through gluteus … Continue reading →
Clay Primrose’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2007
Name: Clay Primrose Age: 59 Home: Austin, TX Hip resurfaced: 5/17/07 Surgeon: Dr. Michael Mont My favorite things about Hip re-surfacing: 1.No serious pain post-op 2.Fast rate of recovery 3.No Restrictions after 14 weeks 4.Good Long Term Prospects It takes a team This was not a solo effort. I had … Continue reading →
Jack Gilmore’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2008
I had left Cormet hip resurfacing with Dr. Mont on Oct. 13, .just over a month ago, and I seem to be healing nicely. I was extraordinarily pleased with his skill. I think he is brilliant. I am now 6.5 weeks post-op. I returned to my sedentary job 5.5 weeks post … Continue reading →
Joseph P. Tierney Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2009
30 years old. 11/11/2009 Left hip Biomet uncemented by Dr. Thomas Gross. It has been exactly 7 days to the minute since I had my left hip resurfaced and I just walked my first mile so this seems like a good time to write this note. My story is similar … Continue reading →
Kleinink’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2013
June 6, 2013 One week out. About to toss my very cool and blinged out Mobilegs crutches as I don’t really need them. The only trouble is the killer migraine from trying to kick the Nucynta. I tried to stop it at day 3, but the nights can be challenging. … Continue reading →
Mari’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2009
February 28, 2009 I am recovering nicely at age 62. I have no pain, but swelling has been a problem for me. Even after icing a lot I still have trouble with the calf of my leg being quite uncomfortable by evening. I leave the ice machine on all night … Continue reading →
Jay M’s 6 Month Update Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2016
February 14, 2017 – I’m now six months post op. I’m back to practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and did some live rolling(sparring) last night. Hip felt great, no problems. Read Jay’s Full Story Here Continue reading →
8 Year Update Chuck’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2008
January 26, 2017 I am 8+ years out of having a right hip surfaced from Doctor Gross. I am still good, I almost never even think of the day I could not walk and still do not know I have had my hip done. I believe now that I will … Continue reading →
8 Year Update Mari’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2009
January 27, 2017 It will be 8 incredible years for me in February! So glad I did it! Read Mari’s Full Story Here Continue reading →
8 Year Update John C’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2008
January 29, 2017 I am about 8 ½ years out at this point. I also am very happy with my resurfaced hip from Dr Gross. At 65 I am still skiing hard 6 to 8 hours every day during the winters, and surfing, tennis, and windsurfing every day during the … Continue reading →