Two-Year Results of ReCerf Ceramic-on-Ceramic Hip Resurfacing in an International Multicenter Cohort David Lin MBBS, Joshua Xu MD, Patrick Weinrauch MBBS, David A. Young MBBS, Koen De Smet MD, Andrew Manktelow MBBS , Paul E. Beaulé MD, William L. Walter MBBS Accepted 13 May 2024 Read Full Study Here: Conclusion: … Continue reading →
I have a PolyMmtion right hip and it is about 6 months old. I am so far very pleased in that I am basically back to normal and very active again – I am able to start running in July which was my main motivation for resurfacing. I know the … Continue reading →
Dr. Pritchett Presentation of Hip Resurfacing for Teenagers at Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons Annual Meeting in July 2023. Rarely, teenagers present with hip issues that impair their independence and impact their activities of daily living. The great physical demands placed on a teenager’s hip present a challenge if … Continue reading →
Dear Pat Here is an update of the COC ReCerf resurfacing. Ceramic on Ceramic Device: ** I have done 250 now. The study is just continuing with over 800 done worldwide. ** Now we have 5 year results. They show no real problems, beside the usual difficulties we have seen … Continue reading →
Read Complete Study Here: https://surfacehippy.info/pdf/dr-gross-2023-20year-survivorship-study.pdf Abstract Background At the turn of the century, over one‑third of total hip arthroplasties comprised metal‑on‑metal bear‑ ings. As this patient population and their implants age, it is crucial to understand associated late failure modes and expected long‑term functional outcomes. We report the long‑term results … Continue reading →
Information about hip resurfacing statistics available at the 2023 Australian OANJRR available here: https://aoanjrr.sahmri.com/documents/10180/1579982/AOA_NJRR_AR23.pdf/c3bcc83b-5590-e034-4ad8-802e4ad8bf5b?t=1695887126627 Information about hip resurfacing from 2023 report
Continue reading →I’ve benefited greatly from reading posts on this site over the last few years (thanks Pat) so thought I’d pass on my experience. I had the new Jointmedica Polymotion Hip Resurfacing with Dr Bill Farrington in Auckland NZ about 4.5 months ago and it’s been a life changer. I’m at … Continue reading →
Hip Resurfacing is bone conserving and does not requiring the removal of a large portion of the femur.
Hip Resurfacing allows the patient to have an active life with no restrictions after surgery. Patients are able to return to sports and activities they love.
Continue reading →Thoughts about Hip Resurfacing and Surface Hippy Website 6/15/08 Why Do I Maintain the Surface Hippy Website? Hip Resurfacing is very near and dear to my heart – and left hip. I believe it is a wonderful option to a THR, total hip replacement, if you are a suitable candidate. People with painful hips want… Continue reading →
Rui Silva had a hip resurfacing with Doctor Sérgio Araújo in Oporto in Portugal in 2020. Competing in 1.9 kms swim and 90 kms bike in 2023. Continue reading →
February 17, 2023 I had bilateral Polymotion hip resurfacing with Dr. Jim MacKenzie in Calgary on Nov 15, 2022. I didn’t realize it at the time, but it was the first Polymotion resurfacing in North America, and Dr. McMinn was in the operating room to observe!! I am 48 years … Continue reading →
Why I Chose a Hip Resurfacing Instead of a Total Hip Replacement BHR vs THR My hip hurt, my body hurt and I needed a new hip. I had fought hip pain for almost ten years because I just did not want "half my leg bone cut off" to get a new hip replacement. It… Continue reading →