Category Archives: Hip Resurfacing Information

Surgical Approach by Mr. Mcminn

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Surgical Approach by Mr. McMinn I started back in 1991 with the antero-lateral approach to the hip for resurfacing. At that time we were worried about blood supply to the femoral head and on theoretical grounds the antero-lateral approach preserved the blood supply well. For many patients the approach was satisfactory but there were some… Continue reading →

BHR Birmingham Hip Replacement FDA Approved

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FDA Approved in US Updated 11/9/09 The BHR, Birmingham Hip Resurfacing, offers younger, active patients more ROM, no restrictions of activities and almost no possiblity of dislocations as many of the older THR hip devices. Derek McMinn and Ronan Treacy at the Royal Orthopaedic & Nuffield Hospitals, Birmingham, UK, have more than 9 years experience… Continue reading →

Hip Resurfacing Still an Excellent Option by Dr. Raimund Voelker

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Updated 3/15/2013 Hip Resurfacing Still an Excellent Option by Dr. Raimund Voelker There has been a big hype about and towards hip resurfacing and now there is a big hype against metal-on-metal. As a specialized hip surgeon it is quite easy to see the differences in all conclusions and recommendations. The problems with stemmed metal-on-metal… Continue reading →

Jury returned a verdict today in favor of DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. Concerning ASR

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4/22/2013 Statement Regarding ASR Hip System Verdict in Chicago, ILTuesday, April 16, 2013 A jury in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, returned a verdict today in favor of DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. in a product liability lawsuit concerning the ASR™ Hip System. "DePuy’s actions concerning the product were appropriate and responsible, including the program… Continue reading →

Wright Medical Group FDA Approval Conserve Plus

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Updated 3/8/2010 ARLINGTON, Tenn.-(BUSINESS WIRE) – Nov. 9, 2009 – Wright Medical Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WMGI), a global orthopaedic medical device company, announced today that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given approval to the Company to market its original CONSERVE® Plus Total Hip Resurfacing System. Now available in the United States,… Continue reading →

Sample Appeal letter to TRICARE

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  To Whom it May Concern,   Re:  Appeal # xxxxx I want to bring to your attention an inconsistency in the TRICARE policies regarding total hip resurfacing and FDA-approved devices.  Over the last 6-months I have been evaluated and clinically qualified as meeting all the criteria and indications for a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing procedure… Continue reading →

Why is Hip Resurfacing better than THR

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Your most asked questions answered by doctors Why is Hip Resurfacing better then a Total Hip Replacement? Dr. De Smet "Theoretic advantages are less bone destruction, less bone resection, normal femoral loading, avoidance of stress shielding, maximum proprioceptive feedback, and restoration of normal anatomy. In addition, reduced risk of dislocation, less leg inequality problems, and… Continue reading →

Is it Time for Cementless Hip Resurfacing? Dr. Julien Girard

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Updated 10/28/2012 Read Complete Article by clicking below: http://www.surfacehippy.info/pdf/is-it-time-for-cementless-hip-resurfacing-Girard-2011.pdf Abstract Background: Metal-on-metal bearing with cemented femoral component and cementless acetabular fixation is the current standard in surface replacement arthroplasty (RSA) of the hip. Because of concerns about the long-term survivorship of cemented stems in conventional hip arthroplasty, it seems logical to achieve cementless fixation on… Continue reading →

Don’t take chances after hip replacement surgery by Patricia Walter

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1/17/2012 Changing a tire at two weeks post op is not a good idea. We often forget that we are healing after major surgery and do things without thinking. Please think before doing any strenuous activities shortly after surgery. I think the people who do "really dumb things" realize it very quickly! Anyone that had… Continue reading →

Hip Resurfacing Survey P2

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"Results of resurfacing patient survey conducted on the Yahoo Surface Hippy online forum between Oct 16 – Dec 20, 2007. There were approximately 850 responses which included approximately 750 responses regarding post-op experiences. The oldest resurfacing was nearly 10 years old (April, 1998). About 65% of patients had surgeries based in the United States and… Continue reading →

Hip Resurfacing Survey P1

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"Results of resurfacing patient survey conducted on the Yahoo Surface Hippy online forum between Oct 16 – Dec 20, 2007. There were approximately 850 responses which included approximately 750 responses regarding post-op experiences. The oldest resurfacing was nearly 10 years old (April, 1998). About 65% of patients had surgeries based in the United States and… Continue reading →

What is the Best Bearing Type? Dr. Thomas Gross 2011

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A comparison of modern bearing types Dr. Thomas Gross 1/11/2011 As a patient there are four reasons you should consider a metal-on-metal bearing total hip replacement or resurfacing: 1. WEAR: Low. 2. BREAKAGE: Unbreakable bearing.  3. STABILITY: Maximum stability of the joint.  Using a metal-on-metal bearing surface allows the manufacture of a large bearing hip joint… Continue reading →

BHR implant survivorship, with 98.6% of men and 94.7% of women free from revision at 5 years

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BHR implant survivorship, with 98.6% of men and 94.7% of women free from revision at 5 years Edwin P. Su, MD, Lawrence Housman, MD, John Masonis, MD, John W. Noble, MD, C. Anderson Engh, MD March 31, 2014 Original Article Abstract  A prospective, multi-center postmarket approval study has been ongoing since May 2006 to assess safety and efficacy of… Continue reading →

Complications of Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Stachniw

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Read Dr. Stachniw’s Hip Resurfacing Story Possible Complications Complications are a horrible aspect of any type of surgery. They have to be recognized and if they happen, dealt with. They can be mild or devastating. They can happen in spite of most stringent precautions and are upsetting for the patient and the surgeon. Fortunately they… Continue reading →

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. to Combine with Biomet, Inc. in Transaction Valued at $13.35 Billion 2014

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April 24, 2014 Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) (“Zimmer” or the “Company”) and Biomet, Inc.’s parent company (“Biomet”) today announced that their respective Boards of Directors have approved a definitive agreement under which Zimmer will acquire Biomet in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $13.35 billion, including the assumption of net… Continue reading →

3rd Annual Hip Resurfacing Course Sept. 4-5, 2009

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Updated 10/1/2014 Video Review of the 3rd Annual Hip Resurfacing Course I just returned home from the 3rd annual hip resurfacing course in Baltimore, MD on Sept. 4 -5, 2009. The course is presented each year to help new surgeons learn about hip resurfacing, to update existing hip resurfacing surgeons about changes in the field… Continue reading →

The McMinn Centre Celebrating 10th Anniversary June 2013

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Published on Jun 6, 2013 At The McMinn Centre on Thursday 6th June 2013, Derek McMinn, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, and his colleagues are celebrating our 10th anniversary. Established in 2003, The McMinn Centre provides a permanent base for Mr McMinn’s surgical, teaching and research work, and is the first point of contact for patients looking… Continue reading →