Thank you to all the surfacehippies for your support. I had a LBHR done one year ago today - and my how time flies by when you are not in pain!!!! At 43 years old, I feel so much younger now than I did before my surgery.
My advice to others considering this surgery is to do alot of research and reading on this website. You are your own best advocate - educate yourself about resurfacing and actively search for doctors who can help. Get several opinions and don't take no for an answer if you are in pain. Find a good physical therapist who can assist you before and after your surgery. It is also very important to have a supportive spouse or caregiver.
I would also like to say that although I have a skin allergy to nickel, I have had no complications since my surgery.
Thanks again to everyone who has taken time to answer questions for me. I have so much to be thankful for today!
Delynn
LBHR 4/30/08
Dr. Brooks (Georgia)