young woman 2 years post-op

[cpeteraf]

I just thought I'd share with everyone that I am 2-years out from my hip-resurfacing with Dr. Su and I am still thrilled with the results. I am an athletic woman of average height and build. I was 27 years old at the time of surgery.

My journey since operation: I spent a very long time trying to get my strength back, which was lost not during the surgery, but during the injury. Limping around, having issues with stairs, and putting all pressure into my quads caused a lot of muscle loss in my hamstrings and glutes. It took me a long time to re-learn how to activate my posterior chain. I have been consistently strength-training 3x a week for a year now and I began noticing a significant increase in muscle mass and strength in my hamstrings and butt only recently. 
I still have moments of uncertainty and feel that I could make a lot more progress in the strength of my left hip, but at this point I do feel fairly unlimited in the type of movements I do. I recently started competitive soccer and have no trouble with footwork/quickly changing directions. I have been hiking, snowboarding, running, obstacle course racing, and I even practice kickboxing here and there.

I hear a lot of criticism of hip-resurfacing, especially in people with smaller frames (which is most women.) It is unsettling to say the least,  so I thought i'd share my success with anyone who is feeling uncertain. If anyone would like to ask me questions, please feel free.

[Pat Walter]

Christina


Thank You for your update and taking time to post.  It is so important to read about women with hip resurfacing.


Sounds like you had a great outcome, but slow progress with your muscles.  Your persistent training has obviously helped you.


I hope you continue to gain more use of your muscles and keep enjoying that new hip resurfacing.


Thanks again for taking time to write.  I look forward to your future updates.


Pat