Category Archives: Hip Resurfacing Stories
Anthony Cornicelli’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2007
February 22, 2017 I underwent the BHR hip resurfacing procedure in January, 2007 at the age of 53. I remember being a bit apprehensive at first. I realized though that I had arrived at the crossroads in life where my arthritic hip was seriously compromising my quality of life. With the personal … Continue reading →
5 Year Update Dan L’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Brooks 2011
Update February 23, 2017 – 5 years a bi-lat bhr as of today, all observations on earlier post above apply, clearly a success for me. Read Dan’s Full Story Here Continue reading →
10 Year Update Anthony M. Cornicelli’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2007
February 22, 2017 – I just concluded my ten year follow up and I am happy to report that all is well. My daily workouts regularly include treadmill and bicycling. I look forward to continuing the enjoyment of my pain free mobility for years to come. Hopefully, for the rest of my life! … Continue reading →
4 Year Update Michael Dean with Dr. Rogerson 2013
POST-OP PATIENT TESTIMONIAL: MICHAEL DEAN (R BHR 10/11/10, L BHR 10/31/13) Hip Resurfacing…Before and After Before Surgery: -Little sleep…sometimes as little as 45 minutes at a time -Constant limp -Vicodin -Could NOT start bike race -Bike riding hurt -Could not run -Constant back pain and continuous chiropractic appointments After Surgery: … Continue reading →
Mike’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Schmitt 2014
March 11, 2015 I’m a 5’8″ 170lb. 59 yr. old active male from Michigan. I had a LBHR done on 11/4/2014 by Dr. Philip Schmidt in Michigan. I was cleared to start hitting short irons after 2 months, at 3 months no restrictions. No pain – no more naproxen – … Continue reading →
Mike’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Schmitt 2014
I researched the BHR method extensively before I made the appointment with Dr. Schmitt. He is very easy to talk with and explains the details of the surgery completely. He uses the direct lateral approach and he will tell you the benefits of this technique… …Dr. Schmitt will prescribe 1 … Continue reading →
Peter Zeitler Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Ferrante 2007
Welcome and Background I’m starting this blog 19 days after enjoying Birmingham hip resurfacing. My goal is to record my experience with this procedure, including my decision to go ahead, my concerns and questions, and finally my still-ongoing journey through the procedure and its aftermath. I imagine that this will … Continue reading →
Anders Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Völker 2010
March 25, 2010 Post-op info I did have an MC accident 2006. I was hit by a taxi from behind and had a lot of trauma on left side and shoulders and head. I do not remember the accident, When I woke up there was already police and an ambulance … Continue reading →
Bill’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Stachniw 2005
Jan 19, 2007 Two Year Update Two years ago I had my left hip resurfaced. When I was active on this list I always appreciated the updates from people a few years out, so thought I would do the same. I am pain free, and my hip is flexible and … Continue reading →
Greig’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2008
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 … Continue reading →
Brian’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Mont 2001-2007
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 … Continue reading →