I am a 68 year old, fit, active, NYC woman, 5'2", with 21.1 BMI and good bone density, but bilateral bone on bone hip arthritis. I walk like a penguin, but don't have pain yet.
Because I am in a high risk category due to my age and smaller bones, only a few doctors, no one local, will perform hip resurfacing on me. I am wondering if there is anyone else out there who has handled a problem like this or knows of someone who has?
If you care to share your experience, I would be most grateful.
By the way, did you know that you can share x-rays and CAT scans without charge or the use of any postal service?
Best,
Roberta
Hi Roberta, I suggest you check with Dr. Gross. His practice is primarily dedicated to HR. Im a small boned women, 5'2 with good bone density. Im 51 yrs old. He did my right hip 24 days ago . He will give you an honest opinion. Check him out if you can. Lyn
Dr. Gross resurfaced my hip when I was 62. That was about 3 1/2 years ago. He told me my other one would probably need to be done in the future, but I am not having any trouble with it yet. I too wonder at what age it is not an option anymore. My bone density was good at that time and recovery went well. Dr. Gross doesn't take Medicare, so if I decide to quite working and have to use Medicare my options may be limited in the future if I need the other hip done.