Anyone return to playing basketball?

[stevel]

Great to read about your return to high-level sports!  I am also not holding back by playing racquetball tournaments, skiing downhill aggressively and hunting in the alpine.
If I can do that for 10 years from age 55 to 65 (I'm 57 yrs 8 mos young), then the hip resurfacing will be worth it.  And the data indicates it may last my lifetime as the oldest BHR is 20 years old this year.  Basically, I'm not being cautious so that the device may last 20 years instead of 10 years.  I did have some squeaking during an alpine hunt a couple of weeks ago, which I attribute to dehydration, as I haven't had any squeaking before or since.  My hamstrings were also cramping.  Be sure to drink lots of fluids during your activity.

[duck4three]

Thanks Steve!  It is great to hear that I am not the only one pushing it!  I like your perspective and feel very similar about the ROI of such a surgery.  Thank you for the hydration point, I have historically not done a very good job wtih that and need to do it not only when I am competing but also throughout the day.  Cheers to continued success!

All the best,

Orlando

[mjs424]

Hello Group,

I am new to the community and have been actively seeking others who have had one or both hips resurfaced and are actively playing basketball.  I am now 42 and had my right hip resurfaced BHR in April 2010 after having my left done in January 2008 at HHS in NYC by Dr. Edwin Su.  I am currently playing in a few top level rec leagues and although I can no longer cover a very quick PG, I do just fine guarding 2-4 and occasionally a weak 5.  I've had to reinvent my game if you will to compensate for the lack of speed, quickness, and most importantly jumping ability. At 6'1" before my hips started to fail, I could dunk easily two handed with one dribble.
I've come to the boards here to see first hand, just how much ability others have been able to regain after surgery.  I am in the gym 3 X's per week and ride my bicycle as often as possible. I don't know if I will ever get back to playing above the rim, but the challenge and the trash talking of the youngsters keeps me working to get there.
The last 2 years I have captained a team that won the NJ Nets Metro Madness Tournament and we have gotten the chance to play and win at both IZOD and the PRUDENTIAL Centers.  I will write more about my experience leading up to surgery #1 and including my post op rehab for surgery #2.  Now I am off to a summer league game to teach these 20-Somethings a thing or two about the game I love. ;)

Please feel free to write with any questions and I will do my very best to answer them.

[hernanu]

Hey - welcome and very cool to see another bi-hippy getting back to sports. I think there's several posts from people getting back to hoops at different levels.

[mjs424]

Thanks Hernanu.
We had our 3rd annual ALL-STAR game in the IYB Basketball League (IYBASKETBALL.com) last night.  The first two tilts, I coached since my hips were not quite ready for that pace or level of play and we went 0-2. This year my goal was to play and that I did. Trailing by 16 in the second half, I rallied the bench and we subbed 4 guys. We cut their lead to 2 by the 3rd period end and went on to win by 8 going away.  It was one of those victories that won't soon be forgotten.  I was the oldest player in the game which wasn't a surprise to anyone, but some of the younger guys in the game had no idea about my metal parts. It felt good to earn some respect back.  I'm headed to Hilton Head in a few hours to work a HS summer camp for a few days and will hopefully have some down time to write more about my procedure down there.

[hernanu]

Good stuff. I'm about to celebrate my first hippy anniversary on my left in a month, the other is in November. Pickup hoops is one of the things I gave up, along with soccer and my first love: Tae kwon do. I'm planning to pick them back up as I recoup.

I get what you mean about not covering the quick guys, it requires good cutting and maybe that needs extra work. I'm going to experiment with a slide board (used by skaters) and see if doing that will strengthen my cutting to get me back on those damned shifty guys.

[duck4three]

Hello Fellow Hoopers,

It's great to hear the recovery stories and especially the winning!  Just to add a bit of motivation, while I had just one of my hips (R) done in March 2010, the recovery for me was a bit slow.  Largely due to my conservative approach to the recovery process, didn't want to lose this incredible medical miracle with a silly act of impatience.  With that said, I have also returned to a very competitive level of play, however, much like mjs424 the 20 somethings were pushing my buttons a bit.  I am 39 turning 40 this month and really didn't have the spead or leaping ability I once had and it bothers me.  So I decided to take the training gloves off and take my training to the next level with lunges, leg press and a lot of running.  That helped and I saw a noticable difference, at 6'2 I played point and 2 during my collegiate and pro career so it was really tough to see these young guys take advantage of my slower speed.  Well I have to tell you I added P90x to my routine and WOW! I am getting by the defense and finishing at the rim.  I haven't attempted anything above the rim at this point, but really don't even care as long as I can keep a young PG with decent skill in front and contest the shot I am happy.  Gaurding me is a whole different story for the young guys, it's fun causing problems for them, they don't know that I have metal parts, but the gray hair gives away my age and makes me a target, at least initially.  The other day my rec team beat a small college team and they were calling me Derrick Fisher by the time the game ended.  I chuckled a bit inside and realized that my 40 year old game is not all that bad and getting better.  Along with the plug for P90x if you haven't already tried it, it's great for our type of recovery and beyond.  Let me know if you have any questions regarding it, I would be happy to answer any questions.

All the best,

[ScubaDuck]

Wow that is great update!  It is one thing to be 40 against the kids but then to have a metal hip joint to top it off.

Being a UO alumnus I am curious about your site name.

Dan

[hernanu]

I've had my eye on the P90x, may try it out. Where do you do most of your workouts? I live in an apartment.

[duck4three]

Yes, I am a former hooper from UO.  Back in 1990-95, had a lot of fun there, made it back to the NCAA tourney after a long absence!  I played a lot of basketball following college, was very hard on my body, which i believe led to my need for the surgery to begin with.  GO DUCKS!!!!

I do all of my P90X at my home.  All you need is a living room, so move the couch, coffee table etc. and get busy!  It's worth it.  I started P90x 5wks ago at 240lbs. now i am at 216lbs.  Starting what is called phase II, so I am very excited about the transformation that is taking place.  Although weight is not the best indicator of fitness it's nice to see such a large reduction.  However, the best part of the progress is seeing my college physique returning!  Go ahead and give it a try, if you want to test it out.  check out a few of the work outs on youtube.  Although you won't get the full exposure of the manuals etc. you will see just how intense the work outs are.  It certainly has my vote for best home workout, for that matter best workout home or gym!!!

All the best,
Go Ducks!!!

[ScubaDuck]

GO DUCKS!!!!

I never expected to run into another Duck on this site.  I thought it was great just running into another Oregonian.

Best wishes as you continue improving your life.

Dan

[mjs424]

Glad to hear everyone is making strides and adjusting to life and sport with their new components.  The camp I lectured at this summer on Hilton Head, was a great time.  The kids didn't believe me when I told them of my surgeries until I showed them the scars. I got to play some competitive pickup in the evening with other coaches on the island and most walked away very impressed.  I also did P90X after my second procedure, but the workout requires a tremendous amount of core strength which I sorely lacked after the second surgery. Life with bi-lateral resurfacing is quite different than having just one.  The biggest difference I've found is the lack of balance.  I was able to easily compensate and shift weight after the first surgery, because one leg and hip was still much more stable.  Having both done, the slightest bump or misstep would at times send me for a tumble.  I decided to ramp up the diet full force and focus on balance and plyometric type exercises which has helped me make incredible strides.  Also I have to mention, Like most of you I've worn thousands of pairs and several brands of sneakers over the course of a life time playing.  I recent picked up a pair of NIKE ZOOM KOBE VI and they have enabled me to make greater strides in the past 2 months than I thought possible at this juncture.  I am currently the #4 ranked player in our league at LifeTime Fitness and the TOP REBOUNDER in the league at 13 per. The league keeps detailed stats and ranks all players after each game based on their overall performance.  I joined as a free agent and our team has zero chance of winning a game, due to the lack of talent and selfishness that sometimes comes with being on a free agent team, but I am using the run as a stepping stone for the upcoming fall league that I am playing in. Players stats can be viewed online but apparently I am unable to post the link here.  Best of luck and continued success everyone!

[mjs424]

Has anyone here ever looked into or played in the Masters Basketball Association held in Florida each year?
They have divisions of 40+ 50+ 6- + and 70+.  I am going to hopefully be entering a team next May.  If anyone
here is serious about playing, please reach out to me and I will get you the information.  The competition is
quite stiff so I've been told.

Have a great weekend!

[einreb]

8 months and a day post resurfacing... just played 2 hours of hoops.   First time out in 7 years.  Lateral moves were slow, I have no hops or lungs, but the hip felt great and I had a good shooting night (no idea how that happened :) ).

2 of the guys new about the hip and not a word was said about it.  Feels good to be 'normal'.

[pmkoc123]

8 months and a day post resurfacing... just played 2 hours of hoops.   First time out in 7 years.  Lateral moves were slow, I have no hops or lungs, but the hip felt great and I had a good shooting night (no idea how that happened :) ).

2 of the guys new about the hip and not a word was said about it.  Feels good to be 'normal'.

[einreb]

8 months and a day post resurfacing... just played 2 hours of hoops. 

Holy crap, I'm hurting today.  Hip is fine... everything else hurts.

[hernanu]

Good to see you're getting back. I couldn't have done hoops right now, so more power to you.

I'm slowly getting back my wind, have barely ramped up to 15 minutes on the heavy bag, which wipes me out for the next day, but no problems on the hips. No dunks right now?

[einreb]

No dunks right now?

I could barely dunk when I quit playing 7-8 years ago.  Its on my to-do list, but I'm also aware that I'm 40 years old.

What I'm really interested in is left leg strength. My bad leg/hip has hurt since I was 7.  I never jumped off my left leg.  Ever.  Almost all my better moves are to my left and pushing off my stronger right leg.

[hernanu]

Well, I'm going to have to do my hippy calculation for you - I figure the resurf takes a good five years off your age, so really you're effectively 35. The new motivation kicks in for 5 more years, so that takes you to 30. I'd say you dunk within a year, I expect a post when you do, it'll give me a good reason to lift a glass of Dos Equis to you.

[einreb]

8 months and a day post resurfacing... just played 2 hours of hoops. 

Holy crap, I'm hurting today.  Hip is fine... everything else hurts.

Holy crap again,  I'm hurting again today.  Played last night for 2 hours straight.

Hip feels good, but I did an odd jump stop and tweaked my right knee and my left calf both at the same time early in the night.  That makes for an odd limp.

I spent the rest of the evening running up and down the court like an aging Kevin McHale.  It wasn't pretty.