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Triplet Mom’s Revision 2013

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 18, 2013 by Patricia WalterAugust 14, 2017

Triplet Mom’s Revision 2013 I had a LBHR on April 16, 2009, 4 months after having a bilateral knee replacements. My hip was a lot worse than my knees, but I needed to be able to walk to rehab the hip, so Dr Rafael Klug (Kaiser) and I decided that … Continue reading →

Chris H’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 18, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 18, 2013

chris-hip-resurfacing-dr-kusuma-2012 Chris H’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012 As a gunshot survivor, I suffered from partial paralysis that led to the eventual degradation of my right hip. At age 16, I had a major hip reconstruction that left my right foot mostly paralyzed — this was a very sad … Continue reading →

Ron’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 18, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 18, 2013

Ron’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010 My name is Ron and I am 65 years old. I have always been a busy body and love to work outside on my pool and then yard. I have always been an active person. 3 years ago, I began having pain in … Continue reading →

John Vukovich’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 18, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 18, 2013

John Vukovich’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013 When I learned about the arthritis in my hip by my family doctor, he recommended talking to Dr. Kusuma. On my first visit he explained all of the options that were available to me and told me that it was my choice … Continue reading →

Gazza’s Hip Resurfacing Story with Dr Kim 2013

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 18, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 18, 2013

Gazza’s Hip Resurfacing Story with  Dr Kim 2013 March 28, 2013 After getting so much great information from this site I thought I would share my story. Probably there is not much that is different from others experiences, perhaps the Canadian (Ontario) health service experience maybe of interest to some. … Continue reading →

Rick Draper’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2009

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 14, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 14, 2013

Rick Draper – Dr. Brooks LEFT side BHR, Dec. 21, 2009 I was about 48 years old when I knew my basketball days were over, having felt that awful feeling of bone on bone and limping back to work.  I had been playing ball regularly at lunchtime  as a staff … Continue reading →

Justermeister’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Clarke 2013

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 13, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 13, 2013

Justermeister’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Clarke 2013 May 4, 2013 This is my first post after months of research on this website. As a matter of fact – I found my second opinion – and my surgeon from this website. Dr. Clarke. A little back story on me – … Continue reading →

Chuck M’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Boettner 2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 13, 2013 by Patricia WalterDecember 4, 2017

5 Year Update Fifth year still had some nice improvement (believe it or not). This also marks my fifth season back playing soccer. Every season I’ve had little nags here and there (Achilles, hamstrings, calfs, etc) but the hip has been injury free. When my conditioning wanes a bit in … Continue reading →

Luann’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Sparling 2010

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 13, 2013 by Patricia WalterOctober 22, 2017

7 Year Update I am the ex jockey and cutter/reined cowhorse rider that has a right hip resurfaced with Dr Sparling in Vancouver, WA (Wright C+) 7 years ago at age 45 (petite female). I am still doing great, no complications and can pretty much do whatever I want pain … Continue reading →

John’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 13, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 13, 2013

John’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2012 December 12, 2012 Today marks 14 days Post Op with Dr. Brooks. I woke up in the OR as they were finishing the glue and putting on the bandage. As they wheeled me into Recovery, Dr. Brooks came over and handed me my … Continue reading →

Jeff Asman’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 12, 2013 by Patricia WalterOctober 22, 2017

Jeff Asman Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012 My name is Jeff Asman. I am a commercial industrial painting contractor I am currently 54 years old and I live in Dublin Ohio.  In 2009 I went to a orthopedic back doctor for a strained back I hurt while playing … Continue reading →

Doug Zimmerman’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 12, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 12, 2013

Doug Zimmerman Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013 June 09, 2013 I am in my mid 40’s and 2 post post op from my Birmingham Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma. My hip was previously in really bad shape for the past 5 years or so. I had a bad limp … Continue reading →

Ian Cheal’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001/2004

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 6, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 12, 2024

Ian Cheal’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2001/2004 Hip Resurfacing Hiker Ian Cheal’s 1200 Mile End-2-End Walk (BHR McMinn Centre) Ian Cheal reflects on the bilateral hip resurfacing operations that have enabled him to continue his active lifestyle. The intrepid walker is making his way across the United Kingdom … Continue reading →

HR’s Bilater Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010/2011

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 6, 2013 by Patricia WalterOctober 24, 2017

No regrets – live life while you can!!! In 2009 I was 34 and running about 20-30 miles per week and surfing every chance I had, but something wasn’t right. It was taking more and more miles on the road to get my stride warmed up and pace going and … Continue reading →

Liz’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2011/2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 5, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 5, 2013

liz-bilateral-hip-resurfacing-dr-kusuma-2012 Liz’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2011/2012 My name is Liz and I am a healthy and active 43 year old. As I write this, I still can’t believe I have had bi-lateral hip resurfacing!. I just had my one year check up and I feel like I … Continue reading →

Smoke Chief Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2009

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 4, 2013 by Patricia WalterOctober 24, 2017

In the summer of 2009 I had to find a fix for the pain I experienced every time I played Senior Softball. At age 64, I was using pain killers at every game. A fellow player told me I probably needed hip surgery, but he recommended resurfacing over a total … Continue reading →

Arrojos Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 3, 2013 by Patricia WalterJune 12, 2024

Arrojos Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2012 April 9, 2012 Hello from Arrojos hospital bed! Did indeed have it done today. Dr. Su told me this morning, the worst that could happen due to my past week is that I’d feel lousy. I told him I am already going to … Continue reading →

Max’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Della Valle 2011/2012

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on June 2, 2013 by Patricia WalterOctober 24, 2017

June 24, 2011 45 and scheduled for resurfacing in September (although I am only doing one hip at a time)!! I was recently diagnosed with OA in both hips. it sounds like I have a little more pain than you. my OA has caused me to give up a lot … Continue reading →

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