Category Archives: Athletes Hip Resurfacing Stories

David Stableforth’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 1998

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David Stableforth’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 1998

Cycling with a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR)

Published on Mar 27, 2013

David Stableforth talks about his right Birmingham Hip Resurfacgin (BHR) operation performed in 1998 by Mr McMinn. David is a semi-retired consultant physician and has explored a range of sporting activities since his surgery, including cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats.

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

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Colin Tucker’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2003/2008

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Published on Mar 27, 2013

Alpine Skiing with a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR)

Colin Tucker reflects on his bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacings (BHRs) performed by Mr McMinn in 2003 and 2008. The keen sportsman competes in alpine skiing competitions around the world and is in happy to be leading an active life.

You can read Colin’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/colin-t…

Professional Alpine Skier Colin Tucker was devastated by the gut-wrenching thought of his … Read the rest

Stephen Ross’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2005

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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.

You can read Stephen’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/stephen…

Active sportsman Stephen travelled over from Canada to have his hip resurfaced by Mr McMinn. … Read the rest

Giles Village Bilateral Hip Resurfacing and Knee Replacement with Mr. McMinn 2013

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Skiing with Birmingham Hip Resurfacings and Birmingham Knee Replacement

Published on Apr 23, 2013

Giles Village had a Birmingham Knee Replacement to add to his previous bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacings, all performed by Mr McMinn. Giles was back in action to enjoy the skiing season.

To read Giles’ personal blog, please visit our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/blog/?p…

Solicitor Giles story from surgery to slopes in six months…
Having already had bilateral BHRs I could ski and … Read the rest

Jame’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. Treacy at 17 years old in 2006

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Jame’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. Treacy at 17 years old in 2006

October 6, 2012

Basically at the age of 17, I had a right BHR by Mr. Treacy. 6 years on I am pain free and virtually at 100% with mobility, although I don’t jog or run on it..

I cycle and swim and I am quite into resistance training, not doing MASSIVE amounts of weight but just like to keep in shape and … Read the rest

Alistair McAlpine’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Tobin 2005

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Alistair McAlpine, Ultra-runner, Writer and avid fan of this website.

I’m an ordinary guy who enjoys repetition. When I love something I do it often. By default I have become quite good at a few things, running is one. Not running races so much as running for sheer enjoyment. However in my mid-thirties while training for the Western States 100 mile endurance race I developed hip pain. I could not outrun genetics, the family curse, … Read the rest

Ian’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gopal 2009

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July 27, 2011

I am 2 years down the road I have just run a 5k in 20.47 minutes at my local gym with no pain or discomfort!
I run an under 10 football team which I love and enjoy and my new hip resurface has let me do this without reservation!
I play squash again and won my first game back after 2 and a half years 3-2 ha-ha

After my op I was … Read the rest

Chuck M’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Boettner 2012

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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 off season I can get that “achy” feeling after an hour or so playing. But if I use the foam roller a couple of times … Read the rest

Luann’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Sparling 2010

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7 Year Update

I am the ex jockey and cutter/reined cowhorse rider that has a right hip resurfaced with Dr Sparling in Vancouver, WA (Wright C+) 7 years ago at age 45 (petite female). I am still doing great, no complications and can pretty much do whatever I want pain free. I don’t even think about my hip anymore.

Just wanted to update. I feel very fortunate and grateful to our modern medicine and your … Read the rest

Jeff Asman’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012

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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 golf, my x-rays revealed that I had not injured my back as I had suspected but that I had some arthritis, nothing serious, but the … Read the rest

Ian Cheal’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001/2004

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Ian Cheal’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001/2004

Hip Resurfacing Hiker Ian Cheal’s 1200 Mile End-2-End Walk (BHR McMinn Centre)

Ian Cheal reflects on the bilateral hip resurfacing operations that have enabled him to continue his active lifestyle. The intrepid walker is making his way across the United Kingdom in aid of charity. Ian had bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacings (BHRs) performed by Mr McMinn.

You can read Ian’s story on our website here: http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/ian-che… Read the rest

HR’s Bilater Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010/2011

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No regrets – live life while you can!!!

In 2009 I was 34 and running about 20-30 miles per week and surfing every chance I had, but something wasn’t right. It was taking more and more miles on the road to get my stride warmed up and pace going and when I surfed I was feeling more and more stiff; since I worked behind a desk during the day I just attributed these symptoms to … Read the rest

Smoke Chief Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2009

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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 replacement. Someone advised me to visit Dr. Kusuma at Grant Hospital.

After consulting with Dr. Kusuma, I found I was a good candidate for hip … Read the rest

Arrojos Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2012

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Arrojos Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2012

April 9, 2012

Hello from Arrojos hospital bed! Did indeed have it done today. Dr. Su told me this morning, the worst that could happen due to my past week is that I’d feel lousy. I told him I am already going to feel lousy! Lets just do it!

At 4:00 I was in a lot of pain. But now (10:00) I feel pretty good! I am even … Read the rest

Max’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Della Valle 2011/2012

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June 24, 2011

45 and scheduled for resurfacing in September (although I am only doing one hip at a time)!!

I was recently diagnosed with OA in both hips. it sounds like I have a little more pain than you. my OA has caused me to give up a lot of things that I enjoyed the most … running, snowboarding, surfing … I have slowly had to give these up “over time”. sitting and sleeping … Read the rest

Stephen’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Callander 2012

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Stephen Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Callander 2012

I’m 58, super active, and live in the Lake Tahoe area. Among other activities I’ve run for 35 years and that, combined with other activities and some suspect genes (thanks Mom) led to the deterioration of my hip. I got the OA diagnosis in September, had to stop running in November, and scheduled surgery for March 27, 2012, at the end of the ski season. That way I … Read the rest

Eric’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010

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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.

Got tackled from behind while playing soccer about 10 years ago. May have dislocated my hip but kept playing soccer in pain anyway for several … Read the rest

Jcwikla’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr.Kusuma 2013

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Jcwikla’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr.Kusuma 2013

I have been an avid biker for many years. In the latter part of 2009 I began getting pain in the left hip area. It was moderately annoying during biking and quite severe while walking. My primary care MD ordered radiographs and I was found to have severe arthritic degeneration of the left hip and early degeneration on the right. I consulted with several orthopods in my area and … Read the rest