(Written on 4-5-2007, nine months after Rt. BHR surgery) “The Journey: After three years of pain, discomfort and limited activity, I couldn’t imagine that I would once again feel like a teenager and sometimes act like one. Without pain and with a new full range of motion, I continually feel … Continue reading →
In September 2013 Sian Williams became Women’s Doubles Champion at the Badminton World Masters in Ankara, Turkey. In 2009, the fitness instructor and badminton coach underwent right Birmingham Hip Resurfacing(BHR) surgery performed by Mr Derek McMinn. Before the operation, Sian described her hip pain as being ‘particularly bad’ and affecting … Continue reading →
Jonah Barrington Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 1998/2001 Six-time World Squash Champion Jonah Barrington had bilateral hip resurfacing operations in 1998 and 2001. The ex-professional six-time World Squash Champion keeps active by coaching a Squash Academy, thanks to his Birmingham Hip Resurfacings (BHRs) performed by Mr McMinn. You can … Continue reading →
Andrew Murray reflects on his hip resurfacing operation undertaken in 1999. The former European Open champion golfer continues to have an active lifestyle including rounds of golf, tennis and swimming. Andrew had a left Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) performed by Mr McMinn. You can read Andrew’s story on our … Continue reading →
Steve Ryan’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2009 Basketball, Cycling and Skiing with a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Published on Mar 25, 2013 Steve Ryan leads a ‘much fulfilled active life’ after his hip resurfacing operation. The ever-active sportsman maintains many sporting activities including basketball, skiing, cycling and golf. Steve had … Continue reading →
Published on Mar 27, 2013 Stephen Ross talks about his left Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) procedure performed in 2005 by Mr McMinn. Stephen developed left hip pain due to his active lifestyle of competitive ice hockey and squash tournaments. Since his surgery, he is back to playing squash and tennis. … Continue reading →
5 Year Update Fifth year still had some nice improvement (believe it or not). This also marks my fifth season back playing soccer. Every season I’ve had little nags here and there (Achilles, hamstrings, calfs, etc) but the hip has been injury free. When my conditioning wanes a bit in … Continue reading →
Jeff Asman Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012 My name is Jeff Asman. I am a commercial industrial painting contractor I am currently 54 years old and I live in Dublin Ohio. In 2009 I went to a orthopedic back doctor for a strained back I hurt while playing … Continue reading →
In the summer of 2009 I had to find a fix for the pain I experienced every time I played Senior Softball. At age 64, I was using pain killers at every game. A fellow player told me I probably needed hip surgery, but he recommended resurfacing over a total … Continue reading →
Eric’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010 Thanks to Dr. Sharat Kusuma’s skillful use of the Birmingham hip resurfacing technology, I’ve gone from needing a cane to walk to being able to play soccer daily as much as 4 hours and chase 4 grandkids…with no pain whatsoever…oh, and I’m 60. … Continue reading →
Bob C’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2005/2008 Bob C. L Biomet (cemented) Dr. Gross July 11, 2005 R Biomet (uncemented) Dr. Gross July 9, 2008 I can’t tell you how indebted I feel to Dr. Gross, Ms. Webb, and Midlands Orthopedics for restoring my active lifestyle. I … Continue reading →
April 25 was my one year anniversary of hip resurfacing. I am 58 and have always been active and involved in sports. For many years I ran 2 to 3 times per week (just one to two miles). I also play baseball in some tournaments during the summer. Its not … Continue reading →
Read Richard’s Complete Hip Resurfacing story by clicking here It was historic because, as far as I know, it was the first time in the United States that two recipients of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing procedure have ever played against each other. Both … Continue reading →
March 11, 2010 I am two days post op and feeling great. The progress has been fantastic and I already feel better, some swelling in the quad, but that is to be expected. Been walking since first day post op and moved to crutches right away. Headed home and I … Continue reading →