Category Archives: Athletes Hip Resurfacing Stories

R.D. Boschulte Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Right BHR 6/30/06, Left BHR 9/13/10 with Dr. Rogerson

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(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 like running, jumping, walking at a rapid pace and simply staying in motion. Having been deprived of motion and then having motion restored, one has … Read the rest

Bob Vetter Left BHR with Dr. Rogerson 2009

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May 15, 2012

Dear Dr. Rogerson and Team,

I have had the Birmingham Hip for over three years in my left hip and it is doing great. I have degenerative arthritis, similar to my mother who had to have her hips replaced when she was about my age; I am 55 years old. Arthritis started in my hip when overtraining for a marathon in 1997 and progressed until needing a hip replacement in 2009. My … Read the rest

Sian Williams Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2009

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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 her walking; when she developed a limp she was forced to stop playing badminton. Exploring her options for treatment, she was offered a Total … Read the rest

Harold’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Reice 2011

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March 10, 2011

I am a kajukenbo practitioner and have learned that I need to get my hip resurfaced. At first I was all for re-leaving all this pain but after talking to the doctor and several people I have my doubts. First my doctor tells me that there will be limitations in my movement. For example, I would not be able to lift my knee past my hip or even do a high chamber … Read the rest

Jon’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2011

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6 Year Update

BHR with McMinn December 2011.

Joint continues to function really well with no complications. Very active.

Jon’s Original Story

January 25, 2013

McMinn did my hip December 2011. Terrific success so far. His web site is really helpful as well.

I’m at 13 months post-op and have been running the last few months. Generally between 3-4 miles per run, 12-15 miles per week. Wide pace range (7-9 mins per mile). I remain … Read the rest

John-Lee Augustyn joins Team MTN-Qhubeka After His Hip Resurfacing 2011

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John-Lee Augustyn joins Team MTN-Qhubeka After His Hip Resurfacing 2011

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John-Lee Augustyn will return to professional cycling next year with Team MTN-Qhubeka. The South African returns to the sport after spending time off the bike to recover from a hip injury he sustained while racing as a professional.

Augustyn turned professional with Team Barloworld in 2007 and remained there until 2009 before joining Team Sky at its inception. However, he never … Read the rest

John O’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Phillips 2010

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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 stop.

I think I’ll be going to outpatient PT soon and was wondering if any of you had any special exercises or stretches you did … Read the rest

Edith Crowther’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Walter 2002

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Edith Crowther’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Walter 2002

September 12, 2013

Just visited my surgeon for an 11 yr check up and to see what the right hip is doing. It was grumbling 3 yrs ago.

Well very good news – .the BHR looks like the day it was put in and the right hip has virtually halted deteriorating .He did a blood test for metal ions and I will have to wait for a … Read the rest

Dave Phelps Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2011

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Dave Phelps Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2011

I had my right hip resurface February 23, 2011 by Dr. Mont in Baltimore, MD.  I was 39 yrs. old at the time and dysplasia was the diagnosis. It has been a total success, I am doing things again I truly never thought possible. About 6 months post op, I started doing CrossFit workouts. This has been a complete game changer for me. When I started CrossFit … Read the rest

Jason’s Brother’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 1999

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I just look to my Brother for Longevity of BHR, Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. He is coming up to 14 years we think. He had his left hip done by Mr. McMinn and has done Karate and worked 6 days a week in the catering industry ever since.

He works six days a week mostly on his feet and is a Third Dan at Karate (awarded this year) So I think that makes it pretty durable … Read the rest

Ashley Selman’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Vail 2013

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Ashley Selman’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Vail 2013

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Ashley Selman — part drill sergeant, part cheerleader — met every grunt and bead of sweat in her training studio with encouragement.

“Good job!” she yelled. “Great form!”

Selman, whose successful career as a fitness trainer developed from her love of sports, was finishing up her last day at work before a scheduled hip replacement surgery.

At the age of 43, she … Read the rest

Jonah Barrington Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 1998/2001

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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 read Jonah’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/jonah-b…

Six-time World Squash Champion Jonah Barrington turned to coaching after the onset of hip arthritis. He was … Read the rest

Roderick Drew’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2002

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Roderick Drew’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2002

Roderick Drew stopped by to discuss his bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacings (BHRs) operation that enabled him to undergo an impressive cycling feat following the London 2012 Olympic Flame. The ‘Torchrider’ cycled around 70 miles a day across the UK in aid of Macmillan Cancer support. Roderick’s procedure was done in 2002 by Mr McMinn.

You can read Roderick’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/london-…

Roderick, a cycling … Read the rest

Normal Gomersall’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001

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Normal Gomersall’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001

Norman Gomersall, an active Karate teacher, had a hip resurfacing operation in 2001. In a sport where agility and flexibility is key, Norman’s left Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) ‘gave him his live back’. The operation was performed by Mr McMinn.

You can read Norman’s personal blog on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/blog/?p=3

Karate teacher Norman Gomersall had felt the strain on his left hip for a long period … Read the rest

X-Factor’s Wagner Carrilho’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Mr. McMinn 1999

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X-Factor’s Wagner Carrilho talks to ITV Central News about his bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) operation done in 1999. The former Karate instructor turned entertainer is famous for his moves – which he says he owes to Mr McMinn. Original airdate: 16th May 2011.

You can read Wagner’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/wagner-…

Wagner Carrilho spent eight weeks wowing the nation with his colourful song and dance routines on The X Factor. But … Read the rest

Andrew Murray’s Hip Resurfacing Mr. McMinn 1999

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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 website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/andrew-…

Andrew Murray is a former European Open Golf Champion from Cheshire. In the late 1990s, severe hip arthritis began affecting his mobility … Read the rest

Steve Ryan’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2009

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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 a left Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) operation in 2009 performed by Mr McMinn.

You can read Steve’s personal blog on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/blog/?p…

Since … Read the rest