December 27, 2008 Had my hip resurfacing done on Dec 18th by Doctor Prevost of the Anchorage Fracture and Orthopedic Center. Dr. Prevost has done over 1000 THRs and has about 80 previous Femoral Head Resurfacing operations. I think I am his 5th BHR. So far, things went fine. I … Continue reading →
January 8, 2017 – In June, 2015, about three years after my HR, I did a tandem jump. It was my first skydiving experience ever. I didn’t even think twice about my hip for this. After running a marathon, skiing, playing ice hockey, long jumping, and sprinting it didn’t even … Continue reading →
January 3, 2017 My hip pain was a creeper that did not put me totally out of commission until about a year ago. Slowly started quiting all sorts of sporting activities i used to enjoy. No more tennis, jogging, racquetball, basketball etc. Worst of all was limitations with my kids … Continue reading →
Its now 30 months Post Op, [7/7/2014] and everything is just great with my hip. I have no worries or problems doing Triathlon, so long as I keep it to Standard Olympic Distance/Sprint Distances only. Swimming and Biking pose no issues, but once I start running in excess of 12km, … Continue reading →
August 21, 2015 I live in CT and was diagnosed a year ago that I need a bilateral hip replacement. I currently have pain in only my left so that is the one i am seeking a surgeon for. I am 52 years old and very active and fit. I … Continue reading →
I am a 59 year old male. I had my hip resurfaced on June 28, 2016 with Dr. Pritchett. I found the stories and other info on this site very useful when researching hip resurfacing. Therefore, I’ve decided to provide a brief account of my story with the hope that … Continue reading →
January 2, 2017 – Just wanted to share an update. I am a bilateral resurfacing with Dr Su. I am a year and 10 days out and climbed(hiked) Mt Greylock in Massachusetts on 12/31/16. Deep snow which required some post hole-in. Tired and sore(except the hips) handled it much better … Continue reading →
Published on Sep 23, 2016 “I’d never want to consider a life without activity,” says avid runner and biker Gary Derheim. But a hip fracture nearly brought his sport to a screeching halt. At Baylor, Gary was treated with an advanced, new procedure called hip resurfacing. “Before the procedure,” … Continue reading →
Published on Oct 8, 2016 Benny Axelsson, Former Swedish National Soccer Player and Coach underwent Birmingham Hip Resurfacing at Apollo Hospitals, India. Dr Vijay C Bose speaks on the advantages of BHR and why he chose to perform the procedure on the former Swedish Soccer Player and Coach, Benny .
Continue reading →Read Tom’s Full Story Here December 28, 2016 was my new hip’s 6 month anniversary. I celebrated by skiing 8 miles into the backcountry and climbing a 10,000’ peak. The snow was soft and irresistible for making turns. I finally decided to turn it loose on the downhills. It was … Continue reading →
Published on Sep 23, 2016 – “I’d never want to consider a life without activity,” says avid runner and biker Gary Derheim. But a hip fracture nearly brought his sport to a screeching halt. At Baylor, Gary was treated with an advanced, new procedure called hip resurfacing. “Before the procedure,” … Continue reading →
Read Karl’s Full Story Here December 26, 2016 – Life seems to be a never ending story of learning and trying to achieve certain goals in life – or get back to a normal “you” or to try and fit back into society. I had my bilateral resurfacing April 2015 … Continue reading →
Very Interesting article explaining metal on metal wear in total hip replacement which is similar to hip resurfacing mom devices. Read Article Here
Continue reading →Read Quig’s Full Story Here December 14, 2016 – Time continues to positively fly by and I am still incredibly pleased with my new chrome parts. Starting about the 6 month mark I began increasing the intensity of my mountain biking and spin bike training. While I’m definitely not back … Continue reading →
December 22, 2016 – I am a 4 yr Anniversary BHR here in Michigan. My Dr. was Phillip Schmitt. I am an Electrical Lineman. I climb utility poles and on a daily basis never even think about my BHR. Am totally happy. I had my Family Dr. CK my metal … Continue reading →
Read Larry’s Full Story Here December 21, 2016 – Well I am eight months out and did a jog/walk for 1.5 miles yesterday. That’s the first time I have jogged in 8 years. My HS hip felt great. I had some joint pain in the non HR hip after running, … Continue reading →
December 22, 2016 – I am a 4 yr Anniversary BHR here in Michigan. My Dr. was Phillip Schmitt. I am an Electrical Lineman. I climb utility poles and on a daily basis never even think about my BHR. Am totally happy. I had my Family Dr. CK my metal … Continue reading →