Tennis has been a major part of my life since the early 1950s and last year I thought I had hung my racquet up for good. I just came off the court from a 3 hour match, which was more fun than a barrel of monkeys, and I feel great. … Continue reading →
I thought my family physician was telling a bad joke when he read my hip x-rays and declared I was “bone on bone” and that at age 47, I will need ” a hip replacement.” I walked out of his office dazed and dealt with the news (and pain) for … Continue reading →
Last January, after my three month check up, you had asked me to check in after the Triple Bypass ride to update you on my cycling and recovery progress. I’m a bit late with that but the news is all good. I had a BHR on my right hip October … Continue reading →
On December 8, 2006, late afternoon, Dr. Rector completed my left hip resurfacing. On December 9, I was “walking” up and down the hallway at Boulder Community Hospital with crutches, under the watchful eye of my physical therapist. On December 10, prior to my discharge from the hospital later that … Continue reading →
After 11 years suffering increasing losses of range of motion, strength, flexibility and quality of life, 88 days ago Dr. Rector flawlessly performed Birmingham Hip Resurfacing surgery on my advanced degenerative arthritic left hip joint. Once the surgeon has done his job, it’s time for the patient to do his. … Continue reading →
I am pleased to forward to you my personal perspective on the hip resurfacing operation that you performed on me on November 17, 2006. Prior to meeting with you, my regular orthopedist had advised me that I should wait for at least 5 more years before having a hip replacement … Continue reading →
I used Dr. Rector in Boulder. I feel the BHR surgery which occurred on April 22, 2010 gave me a 2nd chance at an athletic life. It used to take me 30 or more seconds to stand up out of a chair. Since my surgery I have been using the … Continue reading →
Read Boomer’s Full Story Here June 20, 2016 Just passed four years on my second hip and about four and a half years on the first hip. No problems to speak of. I ride my bikes a lot in Colorado, have fallen more times than I can count, and the … Continue reading →
November 30, 2015 Celebrating the four year anniversary for my first BH. Life is good, and I have no limitations or problems with either of my hips. However, I still can’t dance, and I still have an allergic reaction to home improvement projects and yard work. These hips are really … Continue reading →
I used Dr. Rector in Boulder. I feel the BHR surgery which occurred on April 22, 2010 gave me a 2nd chance at an athletic life. It used to take me 30 or more seconds to stand up out of a chair. Since my surgery I have been using the stationary bike for about 1/2…
Continue reading →LBHR Dr. Rector Nov. 18, 2011 I had a BHR for my left hip on November 18th, 2011. Dr. Rector was my surgeon. I am 56 years old and have been very active all my life. I have had 4 years of decreased mobility with this past year developing a limp. The first 2 weeks…
Continue reading →RBHR Dr. Rector Nov. 30, 2011 I am a 57 year old sports junkie living in Denver who managed to wear out both hips during a lifetime of joyous activity. No regrets, it was a blast. Visited with Dr. Rector in Boulder recently, who confirmed I need bilateral resurfacing. However, since I still enjoy riding…
Continue reading →July 15, 2009 Dr. Rector July 20, 2009 5 days post op today. I am home, getting around on crutches pretty well. I actually just tried one crutch so I could carry my cup of coffee over to the computer and did real well! That was exciting. My surgery went flawlessly according to Dr. Rector.… Continue reading →
BHR Dr. Rector 2009 I live in a somewhat small town. I went to a surgeon here in town that did my mom’s THR. He took x-rays and told me what my problem was (I had been suffering with the pain 3 years prior). Finally getting a doctor to tell me what was wrong was… Continue reading →
Lori’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Rector 2011 I was 36 when I was diagnosed with OA. It was quite an emotional process for me. The first ortho suggested that I modify my life and take pain pills. He suggested no impact sports, so no hiking, walking, stairs and to try … Continue reading →
Craig’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Rector 2011 April 2, 2011 Surgery went fine yesterday. Pain is not bad at all, just stiffness and limited range of motion. Walked the hall (with walker) without problems. Everyone here at Boulder Community Hospital is great and I’m looking forward to heading home to … Continue reading →
John D’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Rector 2012 February 3, 2012 I’m sitting here in the hospital at Boulder Community Hospital, 2 days post op from my BHR resurfacing with Dr. Rector. Couldn’t believe how well it went. Dr. Rector told me he got the device inserted perfectly. Just what … Continue reading →