Don Batten’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2010 July 7, 2013 Thanks Dr. Gross for giving me my life back! In 2006 I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my left hip. I suspect a road bike fall about 6 months prior was at least a contributor. I had been a … Continue reading →
Packman’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2013 January 14, 2013 My facts – 55 year old male 6ft 200lbs and large boned. First evaluated 2 years ago, when I had preliminary pain and an assistant to the ortho said “come back when the pain becomes a little more unbearable”. Now … Continue reading →
Aerial’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2011 August 16, 2011 I was diagnosed with severe arthritis in my right hip in July. I have had hip pain since 2008. I have been through all the conservative measures including hip arthroscopy due to a labral tear and bone spurs. That surgery … Continue reading →
January 2018 Update I had my right hip done by Dr. Gross on 1/11/2011. Other than running, I’ve returned to every activity I’ve ever done, and honestly don’t even think about my hip 99.9% of the time. Anyone reading this who’s on the fence……just consider what you want the next … Continue reading →
January 17, 2012 Right now I feel a little bit of soreness near the incision, but they just turned on the ice unit, so I’m feeling relief already. When I say soreness, it’s very minor — maybe 2 out of 10. The very nice nurse told me they usually remove … 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 →
January 30, 2008 I had my surgery last Wednesday in South Carolina with Dr. Thomas Gross. So far everything has gone well. Dr. Gross is a good Doctor and he has surrounded himself with a great team. Nancy Smith and Lee Webb are fantastic. Dr. Gross has people flying from … Continue reading →
My Hip Story: Bilateral Hip resurfacing with Dr. Gross April 2012 This story is turning into a huge novel. I broke it down into sections where a person can read through the whole thing if they choose or just choose a heading that interests them. I cover some of the … Continue reading →
Chuck’s Full Hip Resurfacing Story with Dr. Gross 2008 posted here: https://surfacehippy.info/hipresurfacing/stories/dr-gross/396-chuck-hip-resurfacing-dr-gross-2008-biomet
Continue reading →I had my right hip resurfaced by Dr. Gross last week (April 20) and I am already walking with just a cane! Don’t settle for total hip replacement until you explore other options! I had resurfacing surgery on my right hip last week, and feel like I’m doing really well … Continue reading →
Chuck B Dr. Gross August 2010 October 15, 2011 Had a complicated HR done by Dr Gross in August 2010. He had me on his slow recovery program which included 6 weeks of crutches with 10% weight bearing. He also ordered no horseback riding for a year. I felt great … Continue reading →
I live in Williamson and on Aug. 20, 2008 I had a HR done by Dr. Gross. I just had my 1yr. checkup and everything was fine. My wife was a nurse for 32 years and she said that Dr. Gross was one of the most impressive doctors she had … Continue reading →
It’s done. Got a little sleepy in pre-op. I remember being moved to the OR table, noting that it was firm and comfortable, and feeling that the temperature was cold. Next thing I remember I was lying in a different bed and asking when the surgery was going to be, … Continue reading →
November 26, 2010 I’m one month out with the Biomet device installed by Dr. Gross. So far my recovery is, in one word, unbelievable! I’m age 55 and my resurfacing was due to an accident during a triathlon, I was run over by one of the “safety marshals” that ride … Continue reading →
December 13, 2010 I’m happy to report that my right hip surgery is now in the books. The staff at the hospital has been great. They are all very friendly and willing to help out with anything I need. My surgery was at 9:00 this morning. I was Dr. Gross’s … Continue reading →
This is my first post but I have been following this site since last year. I chose my doctor from all the posts and advice from this site. I do want to thank all of you for your stories and information. I’m very please with my new hip and recovery … Continue reading →
December 9, 2009 Ah, yes, the bed-and-sleeping breakthrough showed up yesterday. I was able to get my leg into the bed unassisted, and I actually did sleep on the affected side for a short time last night. Sleeping on the unaffected side has been increasingly more comfortable, which I’m happy … Continue reading →
I’m 3 weeks out from surgery with Dr. Gross. Here are my tips for you: Crutches/Cane During your pre-op appt. with Dr. Gross the day before your surgery, the tech will come in and fit you for crutches. So, you don’t have to worry about getting crutches ahead of time. … Continue reading →