Read Larry’s original story here.
February 14, 2018 Update
I had my right hip done in 2006 at 53 years old by Dr. Mont using a Wright C+ so I’m at the 12 1/2 year mark. No problems, no concerns, no looking back. Interesting reading some of the responses – I had a very easy time of it post op – never took any of the pain meds after leaving the hospital on the 2nd … Read the rest
I am 5 years out of a BHR on the right side. I have always been a runner, but it did take me 4 years to get back to running. My hip just wasn’t strong enough and I had a lot of failed starts. But after years of PT work, I am back full swing….
I ran the Cherry Blossom 10 miler and the GW Parkway 10 Miler races in DC this spring. I had … Read the rest
My name is Kathleen & I wanted a chance to add my story to your site.
I am 39 years old & Dr. Mont performed left hip resurfacing on me on January 3rd 2008.
I had spent the last 25 years dealing with the progressively worsening effects of being hit by a car at the age of 14.
I had been told that a hip replacement would be necessary someday, but at age 39, was … Read the rest
From “The Other Side” – Dr. Mont
Had my resurfacing done by Dr. Mont at Sinai in Baltimore on Feb. 13, and am progressing slowly. The arthritis pain is gone, as is the lower back pain I used to wake up with on the side of my (old) bum hip. I think the staff and facilities at Sinai were top-notch (with a few relatively minor exceptions). Also, I have read others describe Dr. Mont as … Read the rest
Lefty – 73 years young
I’m doing well nine days after my left hip was resurfaced by Dr. Mont at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore.
The first three days after surgery were somewhat discouraging, but on the fourth day I started using crutches, which I find to be MUCH preferable to a walker. I’m 73, had no one to accompany me to Baltimore from upstate New York, and live alone, so I decided to spend some … Read the rest
Ben and son Will 4 days post op
Surgery Type: Bi-lateral Hip Resurfacing
Dates: Right Hip – 6/5/08, Left Hip (plus some Achilles tendon repair by Dr. Lamm) 6/12/08
Age: 47 male, 5′ 9″, 200 lbs, active before surgery
My Story:
I learned that I had Osteoarthritis on my 47th birthday November of2007. After playing basketball consistently for months my legs and body were getting stronger but I had worsening groin and hip pain. My … Read the rest
February 23, 2007
As I noticed today’s date, I realized that 6 years ago, I was in Baltimore getting my hip re-surfaced by Dr. Mont. Since I rarely even think about it anymore, other when someone mentions it to me, I kind of lost track. I guess it works. For those of you on this site looking for relief from your hip problems, as I was in 2001, I certainly recommend re-surfacing. Back then I … Read the rest
December 21, 2006
Can’t get too technical but I just had the anterior (lateral) approach last week by Dr. Mont. He explained to me that this is his preference and in over 600 procedures only 1 has not worked to expectation. He is very precise and only cuts through gluteus minimus. I am 10 days post-op and feel great, I move around on 1 crutch very well. He has specific ROM precautions but expect full… Read the rest
Name: Clay Primrose
Age: 59
Home: Austin, TX
Hip resurfaced: 5/17/07
Surgeon: Dr. Michael Mont
My favorite things about
Hip re-surfacing:
1.No serious pain post-op
2.Fast rate of recovery
3.No Restrictions after 14 weeks
4.Good Long Term Prospects
It takes a team
This was not a solo effort. I had the benefit of my team and Dr. Mont’s team–both very strong.
My wife Jennifer is the heart of my team. Whether urging me on, planning, … Read the rest
I had left Cormet hip resurfacing with Dr. Mont on Oct. 13, .just over a month ago, and I seem to be healing nicely. I was extraordinarily pleased with his skill. I think he is brilliant.
I am now 6.5 weeks post-op. I returned to my sedentary job 5.5 weeks post op. I still use one crutch at work, but around the house I’m full weight bearing.
I am fortunate to have two exercise devices