August 1, 2016 Just had bilateral resurfacing with Dr. Su. I too was forced out of the butterfly after about 40 years playing, and became more of a Phil Esposito. I went in for surgery on a Thursday came out Saturday and was hobbling around my house on Sunday without … Continue reading →
July 30, 2016 This forum was invaluable in my decision making process so time to give back. I am a 55 year old active male originally from the UK, but have lived in Orlando for 30 years. I am 6 feet tall and weigh 195 pounds. Back in 2012 my … Continue reading →
Read Jeff’s Full Story Here April 16, 2014 – I am 3 1/2 years post surgery. I had my left hip done. I took the first six months off for recovery. Started training in May 2011 and did my first competition in March 2012. I am a black belt in … Continue reading →
Read Paul’s Full Story Here April 4, 2016 – Its about a tad over 8 months now and I am walking between 7 to 10 km a day, I feel that its the right distance for me. I find that if I have a lazy weekend (2 to 4 days), … Continue reading →
November 1, 2014 Injury started with a sports hernia after Crossfit in 09, then spiraled to hip issues soon after. Had right hip done on Jan-2011 for FAI, labrum, also performed microfracture for damaged cartilage. Left hip done Nov-2012 same procedure. This past May both hips failed one month apart. … Continue reading →
Read Blinky’s Full Story Here November 8, 2016 – One year and a few days later I flew to SC for my one year check up with Dr Gross. No problems, just wanted him and Lee to look at my X-rays and manipulate my hips. Well, and I wanted to … Continue reading →
Read Quig’s Full Story Here November 2, 2016 – I had an interesting ‘test’ last week. I disturbed some yellow jackets while messing with some firewood. Before I knew it I was stung 4 times, once on the top of my head, once on my back and twice on my … Continue reading →
Read Larry’s Full Story Here November 2, 2016 – Well I tested out my new hip not the way I intended. My lab got attacked by two pit bulls, I had to sprint after one pit bull, I jumped on top of it and choked it till the owner could … Continue reading →
November 20, 2008 7 Hours post-op. Per my Doc, it was a text book BHR. I did the spinal thing, and am glad I did. I remember waking up after a general feeling like I was run over by a truck. The only part that was uncomfortable was the spinal … Continue reading →
May 20, 2010 Recovering from a May 10th 2010 surgery. Going well I guess… more pain than I expected but getting better. I’m 51 and was injured 10+ years ago that caused the arthritis. I was playing (with major pain) up until about a year ago, but finally had to … Continue reading →
February 8, 2016 I am one month out of bilateral hr with Dr DeSmet. Can’t say enough about the quality of patient centred care. Wondering how soon I can do stairs without crutches. I am feeling pretty balanced and strong. I am a lot more tired than I expected I … Continue reading →
25 Year Update – November 4, 2016 I only post now and then with updates and this one is over due. I am very pleased to report that i celebrated 25 years of my resurfaced hip in September. I thought earlier this year that I might have a problem as … Continue reading →
October 24, 2016 In 2010 I got my right hip resurfaced by Dr Edwin Su (story here). This past Friday (10/21/2016) I had the left hip done, also by Dr Su at HSS. The main difference was the amount of time spent in the hospital. I was discharged in less … Continue reading →
Read Tri Hard Allen’s Full Story Here October 26, 2016 – Tomorrow will be my 1 year anniversary of my right BHR with Ronan Treacy Overall, I couldn’t be happier with the decision to have this procedure. I only discovered this site after the op and had some good fortune … Continue reading →
April 12, 2016 This has been very long, painful, stressful, emotional road. I have fought my hip pain for years and it has had a significant effect on my life. I’m 39 now and have always been very, very fit and active. I Road-raced motorcycles for many years at a … Continue reading →
Read Quig’s Full Story Here October 11, 2016 I made it! It’s truly amazing how the time has sailed by. It’s been one hell of a year and I absolutely could NOT be happier with my decision to have my hips resurfaced. Thanks again to Pat and to everyone who … Continue reading →
About Me: I’m 64, short (5′ 5″), and active/athletic (cross-training 6 days/week, including yoga). I used to be a runner, mountain biker, rock climber, and skier, but hip and back conditions gradually limited my primary activities to hiking and backpacking, which are the most important to me anyway. My Long-Developing … Continue reading →
October 12, 2016 As some background to my bilateral surgery – I’m a 37yr old female. 9 years ago I put my SIJ out playing squash but never got it seen to as v shortly thereafter was sick for 3 years with chronic fatigue. After getting better from that illness … Continue reading →