One Year Anniversary!

[ArthriticHip]

Hi fellow Hippies. Sorry, it's been some time since I've posted on the forum but I'm happy to say that I've pretty much been able to forget about my hip! I had my left hip resurfaced by Dr. Brookes of the Cleveland Clinic 2/26/18. Last week was my one year follow up. X-Rays looked great, everything was where it was supposed to be...so I've been released to full activity. I can't be happier with the results of the surgery. I have been completely out of pain for some time now. It's seems crazy, but I'm still seeing improvements to my flexibility and stability in my hip one year later. Some of the most noticeable improvements to the feeling of stability have come in just the last 3 months. Living everyday life without pain has been wonderful. It's been 3 years since I've played golf because of the hip pain, so I'm looking forward to resuming this summer pain free.

I feel blessed that this surgery exists, and am grateful for the skill of my surgeon - Dr. Brookes. Truly has been a life-changer.

[Pat Walter]

Thanks for the Update.  Glad everything is going well - as it should.


Although many people feel they heal quickly, the truth is that there is a lot going on after surgery and it does take time for everything to return to normal.  Often, the longer you wait for surgery, the longer it takes to completely heal since so much is out of balance in your body.


Good luck! I look forward to more updates as the years go by.


Pat