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Dr. Pritchett hip resurfacing patient stories

Dr. Pritchett Hip Resurfacing Stories

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Elizabeth’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2016

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Prologue, or why I don’t shop at Southcenter
February 25, 2012 was my last pain free day. I had no idea when the day started that it would end with an injury that sent me on a downward spiral that I have only now arrested. The next day was the Academy Awards, and I wanted to see the last two movies with major nominations that I had not yet seen, The Artist and The Iron
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Runner’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2017

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June 18, 2018

I am a runner and had my Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Pritchett August 2017. Since then I have run 5 10k’s Our running club has a 10k series that my wife and I participate in. I have noticed that I have pretty much steadily improved my time by a consistent 2 minutes each race, they are all chipped timed. it’s getting easier and I hurt less after each one. it’s Kind of … Read the rest

Dr. Buechel and Dr. Pritchett Discuss Hip Resurfacing 2018

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Surgeons prefer Hip Resurfacing rather than THR for their own hip replacement. Published on Aug 7, 2018

Hip Resurfacing is difficult. It requires a higher degree of surgical precision, art and talent. Hip resurfacing produces a higher level of functional outcome. Most surgeons do not offer hip resurfacing but they when it is their hip that needs surgery they are more open to the procedure. Polyethylene should be used. Two experienced surgeons discusses hip resurfacing … Read the rest

David’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2018

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Back to playing Hockey after Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett.

I was 48 when I received the very surprising diagnosis of arthritis in my left hip. My pain wasn’t that bad at the time so I really didn’t think it was as bad as they said. The first words I heard after my initial X-Ray were “You need a Total Hip Replacement! I was stunned. I thought I had a strained tendon or a torn … Read the rest

Paprika’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2017

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March 16, 2017

I am a 61 y.o. woman with “bone on bone” osteoarthritis of my left hip and a chronically low white blood cell count. My recent research indicates that metal-on-metal resurfacing (like with BHR and Biomet devices) poses additional risks for folks with autoimmune disorders like me. So, I am considering meeting with Dr. Pritchett to discuss the suitability of the Synovo ceramic coated device.

April 28, 2017

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Derek’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2017

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June 24, 2017

I am 4 days LBHR/Pritchett post-op and doing well.  I have and am continuing to document my story here.  Other’s stories helped me so much pre-surgery, I am hoping to pay it forward.  Feel free to contact me directly if you have anything you want to discuss about HR, surgery, travel for surgery, etc.

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Glenn’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2017

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April 29, 2017

I have had a bad left hip for almost four years now. I went in for knee pain, and low and behold, I was told it was my hip causing the knee pain. I used to play lacrosse and basketball and run. That all ended about 4 years ago. I was still able to do the treadmill till my right hip started to go as well.

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Don’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2006

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My name is Don Kirk and I live in Fairbanks, Alaska. Last fall I discovered that my right hip would need replacing. I had received an injury to this leg when 5 years old and the doctors used a 4″ long plate to rejoin my femur. After 55 years this plate was overgrown with bone. My local doctor was hot to give me a THR but didn’t want to deal with removing the prior implant … Read the rest

David Hodges Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2008

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BHR Hip Resurfacing with Dr. James Pritchett

I am submitting this journal for those who are contemplating hip resurfacing with Dr. James Pritchett at Swedish Orthopedic Institute in Seattle, WA. I am a 43 yr old male who has been very active all my life. Up until one year ago I was running 5k road races competitively and playing basketball at least three times a week. I have always enjoyed tennis and biking as well. … Read the rest

Greig’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2008

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February 08, 2008

I just got home from my surgery. I was under general anesthesia because he could find the “spot” (apparently spinals are very tactile) for a spinal.

Day one was pretty rough for my first round of physical therapy I could just barely sit up on the edge of the bed. For my second session on Day one I used a walker and sat in a chair for awhile. I did not see … Read the rest

Paul Weige’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2006

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This is my journal about my hip resurfacing decision, surgery & recovery. I hope it will be useful to other people making decisions about surgery for their hips.

Top Things Needed When Home from Surgery


10. The grabber tool thingy
9. Lots of wash cloths
8. Crutches
7. Cane
6. Microwave food
5. Goldfish crackers and M&Ms
4. Pain pills
3. Cell Phone
2. Underwear 2x too big
1. Portapotty
1.A. Someone to look out

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Tom K’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2016

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I am a 59 year old male. I had my hip resurfaced on June 28, 2016 with Dr. Pritchett.  I found the stories and other info on this site very useful when researching hip resurfacing.  Therefore, I’ve decided to provide a brief account of my story with the hope that it might help someone decide what to do about their hip.  
 
I live in Bozeman, Montana. Before my hip went to crap (starting ~4-5 years … Read the rest

Tom K’s 6 Month Update Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2016

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December 28, 2016 was my new hip’s 6 month anniversary. I celebrated by skiing 8 miles into the backcountry and climbing a 10,000’ peak.  The snow was soft and irresistible for making turns.  I finally decided to turn it loose on the downhills. It was a blast.  I even took a fall on the new hip and nothing happened!

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