July 30, 2016 This forum was invaluable in my decision making process so time to give back. I am a 55 year old active male originally from the UK, but have lived in Orlando for 30 years. I am 6 feet tall and weigh 195 pounds. Back in 2012 my … Continue reading →
Read Jeff’s Full Story Here April 16, 2014 – I am 3 1/2 years post surgery. I had my left hip done. I took the first six months off for recovery. Started training in May 2011 and did my first competition in March 2012. I am a black belt in … Continue reading →
Read Paul’s Full Story Here April 4, 2016 – Its about a tad over 8 months now and I am walking between 7 to 10 km a day, I feel that its the right distance for me. I find that if I have a lazy weekend (2 to 4 days), … Continue reading →
November 1, 2014 Injury started with a sports hernia after Crossfit in 09, then spiraled to hip issues soon after. Had right hip done on Jan-2011 for FAI, labrum, also performed microfracture for damaged cartilage. Left hip done Nov-2012 same procedure. This past May both hips failed one month apart. … Continue reading →
Read Blinky’s Full Story Here November 8, 2016 – One year and a few days later I flew to SC for my one year check up with Dr Gross. No problems, just wanted him and Lee to look at my X-rays and manipulate my hips. Well, and I wanted to … Continue reading →
Read Quig’s Full Story Here November 2, 2016 – I had an interesting ‘test’ last week. I disturbed some yellow jackets while messing with some firewood. Before I knew it I was stung 4 times, once on the top of my head, once on my back and twice on my … Continue reading →
Read Larry’s Full Story Here November 2, 2016 – Well I tested out my new hip not the way I intended. My lab got attacked by two pit bulls, I had to sprint after one pit bull, I jumped on top of it and choked it till the owner could … Continue reading →
December 22, 2013 I just had my left hip resurfaced on the 18th and so far everything has gone well. Dr. Schmalzried at the JRI in Los Angeles performed the procedure. December 28, 2013 I am 9 days post-op and aside from some swelling, feel pretty good. I don’t want … Continue reading →
November 20, 2008 7 Hours post-op. Per my Doc, it was a text book BHR. I did the spinal thing, and am glad I did. I remember waking up after a general feeling like I was run over by a truck. The only part that was uncomfortable was the spinal … Continue reading →
May 20, 2010 Recovering from a May 10th 2010 surgery. Going well I guess… more pain than I expected but getting better. I’m 51 and was injured 10+ years ago that caused the arthritis. I was playing (with major pain) up until about a year ago, but finally had to … Continue reading →
February 8, 2016 I am one month out of bilateral hr with Dr DeSmet. Can’t say enough about the quality of patient centred care. Wondering how soon I can do stairs without crutches. I am feeling pretty balanced and strong. I am a lot more tired than I expected I … Continue reading →
25 Year Update – November 4, 2016 I only post now and then with updates and this one is over due. I am very pleased to report that i celebrated 25 years of my resurfaced hip in September. I thought earlier this year that I might have a problem as … Continue reading →
October 24, 2016 In 2010 I got my right hip resurfaced by Dr Edwin Su (story here). This past Friday (10/21/2016) I had the left hip done, also by Dr Su at HSS. The main difference was the amount of time spent in the hospital. I was discharged in less … Continue reading →
Read Tri Hard Allen’s Full Story Here October 26, 2016 – Tomorrow will be my 1 year anniversary of my right BHR with Ronan Treacy Overall, I couldn’t be happier with the decision to have this procedure. I only discovered this site after the op and had some good fortune … Continue reading →
April 12, 2016 This has been very long, painful, stressful, emotional road. I have fought my hip pain for years and it has had a significant effect on my life. I’m 39 now and have always been very, very fit and active. I Road-raced motorcycles for many years at a … Continue reading →
Original Complete 2016 AOANJRR Report Here Note by Patricia Walter: This information is only for hip resurfacing in Australia. Many experienced hip resurfacing surgeons have personal series of HR which are more positive than the results below. Summary of 2016 AOANJRR Report by Patricia Walter PRIMARY TOTAL RESURFACING HIP REPLACEMENT … Continue reading →
Read Quig’s Full Story Here October 11, 2016 I made it! It’s truly amazing how the time has sailed by. It’s been one hell of a year and I absolutely could NOT be happier with my decision to have my hips resurfaced. Thanks again to Pat and to everyone who … Continue reading →
About Me: I’m 64, short (5′ 5″), and active/athletic (cross-training 6 days/week, including yoga). I used to be a runner, mountain biker, rock climber, and skier, but hip and back conditions gradually limited my primary activities to hiking and backpacking, which are the most important to me anyway. My Long-Developing … Continue reading →