March 30, 2012 I had a right hip done by Dr. Pritchett July 2011 and I’m very happy with the results. I was 57 years old at the time and active. My main problem after the surgery was a very tight and painful iliotibial band (sp?) but it finally stretched … Continue reading →
My name is Rob, I have been reading information on this site since 2012, and never posted anything. I figured if other stories have helped me, maybe my story could help someone else ? Words cannot express how helpful this site has been to me! Thank you Pat! A little … Continue reading →
Shabbis’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2014 October 20, 2014 I am a 41 year old male with FAI and HOA in both hips. I was diagnosed in 2012 and was told by a local ortho here in Portland that I would need a THR in both hips and to … Continue reading →
January 6, 2015 I had my RBHR done yesterday morning by Dr Pritchett. Yesterday was really encouraging for me. Post-op pain was easily managed and boredom had me begging for a PT by late afternoon and I got my wish granted around 6 pm. Got some exercises done and did … Continue reading →
Jim Turk’s Acetabular Cup Revision of Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Pritchett 2013 My initial resurfacing had an alignment issue, causing noise (audible squeaks, pops, etc.). Over the course of my first 18 months, the situation deteriorated, and I finally got a blood test done. Sure enough, I had very high … Continue reading →
Bryn’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2011 Personal Blog Here http://onehipdude.blogspot.com/ In March 2010 I found out that I simply had bi-lateral OA from a not-so-helpful Dr. that said nothing about impingement, femoracetabular impingement (FAI), potential treatment options,…eventhough he was looking at my x-rays during the exam. Sadly I … Continue reading →
Matt’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Prtichett 2014 September 6, 2014 I had my right hip resurfaced on August 12th 2014 by Dr. Pritchett in Seattle WA. Things are going pretty well for me but I don’t know whether or not I may be pushing things too fast. I don’t have … Continue reading →
Evan’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2014 July 23, 2014 After some lurking and the recent decision to get a BHR, I have decided to step up and introduce myself. I am 46, male, married, two kids (7 and 5). I have never been a fierce competitor in any one … Continue reading →
John Marken Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2007 December 28, 2010 I’ve taken quite a few tumbles post resurfacing surgery almost 3 years now. I took a pretty good slider 4 months post surgery biking probably 20mhp on the replaced side. Hip hurt, shoulder hurt, hand bloody and I was … Continue reading →
John’s Hip Resurfacing Dr. Pritchett 2008 May 2, 2012 Going on 4 years post BHR right side and I still get bone pain when walking too far on hard surfaces on that side. Yet I can put hiking boots and a pack on do 16 miles on mountain trails and … Continue reading →
Jace’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2008 May 6, 2008 It has been 3 weeks today from my BHR resurface. The experience has been excellent!!.. from the office visit, surgery, Hospital stay, and recovery thus far. I was walking without cruches the day after the operation. Granted just a few … Continue reading →
Kleinink’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2013 March 11, 2013 I am scheduled for a metal on poly with Dr. Pritchett next month after reading success stories and having friends in other states (all males between 49-55) having great success with resurfacing. June 5, 2013 One week out. About to … Continue reading →
Jeff’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Pritchett 2012/2013 April 1, 2012 I’m 37 years old and have been playing basketball once a week for the last five years or so. In August I started distance running, running 20-25 miles a week. In October I ran a half-marathon (1 hr. 35 min.) … Continue reading →
This week marks six months since my left hip resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett, below is my personal hip resurfacing story. All in all, I feel really good. Range of motion continues to improve. In some planes of movement, it is now significantly better than it was before surgery. I am … Continue reading →
I’m a bilateral Birmingham, having done my first hip (right) on July 1, 2008, and my second (left) just two weeks ago, on September 30, 2008. After my first surgery I experienced some blurring of vision post op, and my excellent surgeon (Dr. James Pritchett, Seattle) told me that it … Continue reading →