Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
Update 11 months post hip resurfacing surgery with Dr. Ihekweazu (trained by Dr. Su) in Houston, TX.
I had no choice but to stay in Texas for my surgery because of insurance and Dr. Ihekweazu seemed like the best choice and the consultation went great. It was definitely a tough couple of days post surgery and I tried to end the meds too early but things healed exceptionally well. I did this surgery to continue… Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
October 22, 2022
Left hip resurfaced by Tennessee Orthopedic Association in Nashville, TN, 17 October. I am in the painful phase of recovery. I am 75 and older than most who have this surgery but because of Vietnam Service I have leukemia and was trying to stay away from the bone marrow. Also, I have run numerous marathons and was a long distance runner for more that 50 years. I’ll be a slow healer but … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Pat Walter
November 29, 2022
I’ve been wanting to tell you my experience for a long time, because I was one of the first to undergo hip resurfacing surgery in this way in my country Argentina.
In 2007 it was the first surgery and in 2009 the second.
I was lucky, and always grateful to God, to know who my surgeon was Dr. Fernando Gonzalez Moran , an eminent in the field.
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
October 16, 2022
Jim’s Original Story https://surfacehippy.info/jim-thyne-s-hip-resurfacing-with-professor-meek-2019/
It is now 3 years since Prof Meek (Glasgow) resurfaced my right hip on the NHS (cost me nothing). I completed the Loch Rannoch Half Marathon today ( Perthshire, Scotland) in a time of 1.54! I took it very easy and could have pushed it even more. I cannot emphasise enough and indeed even thank my Surgeon and the NHS staff in Scotland, regarding how much they have… Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
February 16, 2022
I Am A Runner (Again).My 3.5 month checkup was today. My bones have fully grown into my implants – they are part of me now. The PA was very satisfied with the X-rays and range of motion, and said ROM and strength will continue to recover.He said I was ready to start running again, but told me to take it slow, listen to my body, and I’d probably be gassed in a … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
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 there is an occasional clunk. I also have a little more range of movement from the ceramic hip but not a problem when climbing, biking … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
Today marks 3 years since i had my Left Hip resurfaced by Mr Othman at Grantham Hospital UK. I have been back at my previous levels of work and exercise for quite a while now, and ‘touch wood’ have not had any major issues to date. Regular cycling, swimming and occasional off road running have steadily improved my strength, flexibility and general health. Its great being in a place where I dont even think about… Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
Patricia, thank you so much for your excellent website.
I joined surfacehippy over 20 years ago when gathering info about my hip surgery. I had my hip resurfaced at JRI by Dr Schmalzreid , I was 50 Years old .
Now, almost 20 years later I’m still going strong . Hikes and challenging walks everyday, strength training and cycling.… Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
Hello! My name is Brian Bruns, I’m a 29 year old professional kickboxer out of Riverside California and I’m a recipient of bilateral hip resurfacing. I wanted to write this out to discuss my experience with the surgery and help anyone else who is thinking about the surgery for themselves who have a similar story to mine. When I was researching the surgery there were a few older videos talking about it but none of … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
September 21, 2019
I have been a long distance runner for almost 3 Decades. I took up the discipline seriously when I was in my early 30s. I peaked at the age of 47, PB Half Marathons in 1.15 (75 mins at the age of 47). I continued to train, race in half and full Marathons until right hip pain in 2017 restricted my performance however, I continued to train and race. I average 50 … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
It’s my ten year anniversary for my first hip resurfacing. My second was done on November 29th of the same year, 2010.
I am thankful about the last ten years, and give great love and respect to Pat, whose efforts on this site really supported me on the path to and early after my surgeries.
The hips are in great shape, despite my activities.
A few weeks into covid working from home, I started feeling … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
October 16, 2022
It is now 3 years since Prof Meek (Glasgow) resurfaced my right hip on the NHS (cost me nothing). I completed the Loch Rannoch Half Marathon today ( Perthshire, Scotland) in a time of 1.54! I took it very easy and could have pushed it even more. I cannot emphasise enough and indeed even thank my Surgeon and the NHS staff in Scotland, regarding how much they have meant to my life! … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
October 21, 2019 VITTORIO CERA
Left Hip resurfacing by Dot.. Alessandro Calistri ITALY. First Vovinam training after 50 days from the surgery.
… Read the rest
5 years today November 19 with my Left BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing and 30 months with my Right THR total hip replacement.
Both are doing well, although my Right leg had a problem with thigh pain over Xmas last year. Still managed to keep climbing and cycling but had to stop running for a couple of months. Since then have gone from strength to strength – long days in … Read the rest
Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
Sep 21, 2019 Bilateral Hip Resurfacing.
This is the first two weeks of my recovery/rehab process.
The first few days were really tough. I have worked at quad and glute activation since I woke up. Walking since the first night.
The worst part of my first two weeks was the spinal head ache/reaction I had when the epidural didn’t close properly (It required a trip to the ER and a blood patch to close it). … Read the rest
