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Hip Resurfacing pre-surgery questions and answers. Many hip resurfacing surgeons provide answers for common questions about surgery.

FAQ Pre Surgery Questions

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What precautions do I take before the surgery?

Will steroid shots injury my hip?

How do I choose a doctor?

What questions should I ask my doctor?

What kind of equipment will I need after surgery?… Read the rest

Questions to Ask Your Hip Resurfacing Surgeon

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You should ask your hip resurfacing doctor as many of the questions that seem appropriate for your situation.  Your doctor should be patient, willing to talk about what to expect and answer your questions.  If he isn’t, I would try to find a doctor that is open and helpful. There are many wonderful hip resurfacing surgeons that will answer any question you have. Having all your questions answered will give you peace of mind and… Read the rest

What Precautions Should I Take Before Surgery?

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It is advisable to avoid smoking completely. Blood thinners like aspirin and oral contraceptives should also be stopped for a minimum period of a week prior to surgery. NSAIDs like ibuprofen cause bone softening and must be avoided to the maximum extent possible. Paracetmol (Tylenol) or Proxyvon (Darvocet)  can be taken as alternative medications for the pain. It is advisable to stay in good shape prior to surgery by good aerobic exercises. However,

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What Equipment Will I Need At Home After Surgery by Patricia Walter

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What Equipment 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 hospital.  I used elbow crutches and they are much easier to use than normal under the arm crutches.  Overseas hospitals use elbow crutches while US hospital still normally use … Read the rest

Will Steroid Shots Injure My Hip?

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Cortisone Injections Into Joints Can Help or Harm
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D.

Doctors often inject cortisone-type medications into painful
damaged joints and tendons. Single injections can relieve pain
and swelling and appear to be safe, but repeated injections can
damage joints and delay healing.

Scientists in Greece injected cortisone-type drugs repeatedly
into the joints of rabbits and showed that they damage
cartilage. A paper in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
shows that the … Read the rest

Pat’s Corner – Selecting a Hip Resurfacing Surgeon

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Selection of a surgeon for hip resurfacing is a personal choice. It is a choice that makes you feel confident that your surgery will go well, that your surgeon has a good bedside manner and you can ask questions anytime you need answers.

When buying real estate the old saying about what is important is “Location, Location and Location.” In many people’s minds the most important factor in choosing a surgeon for hip resurfacing is … Read the rest