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Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. Metal on metal hip replacement device by Smith & Nephew

Melissa’s BHR Revision to THR by Dr. Ball 2011

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Melissa’s Original BHR Story

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The last two years have brought increasing groin pain, instability, and popping/clunking on a regular basis. Two months before my 4th anniversary I became so alarmed at the consistent instability that I obtained x-rays and cobalt and chromium blood tests. Patient advocate, Vicky Marlow, had several surgeons review them for possible causes of my pain and instability. The following are excerpts from the surgeon’s emails:

1. She needs a revision … Read the rest

Steve’s Bilateral Anterior Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Keggi 2015

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I had bilateral BHR performed by Dr. Keggi at CJRI/St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT this summer (L:June 10, R:July 22) and would be glad to answer questions.

   http://www.orthonewengland.com/services/hip/hip-resurfacing/

I actually started the process with Dr. Brooks but, when my insurance would not cover Cleveland Clinic out of network as they had 5 surgeons in network who claimed to do the procedure, I ran that list by Dr. Brooks and he fully recommended Dr. Keggi.… Read the rest

Steve’s Anterior BHRs by Dr. Keggi 2015

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I had bilateral BHRs performed by Dr. Keggi at CJRI/St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT this summer (L:June 10, 2015  R:July 22, 2015) by the anterior approach…

…Other than a very minor wound healing issue, I’ve had no complications to speak of — Dr. Keggi did say that I was doing better than 95% of patients at my 8 week follow-up, so these results may not be typical.

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Matt’s HR – So Happy to have this Procedure 2015

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December 30, 2015

It is 11 months since I joined the site, which was invaluable pre op, and likewise even today at 8 months post op. Thanks to Pat and all the contributors, excellent work all!

It’s just over 8 months since my op, and as posted previously things are great, very happy with progress, back playing golf better than ever (in winter too!) and following a new resolution I made myself in November I’m … Read the rest

Rick Draper Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2009

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As of June, 2014, I am on the road back to full activity, including I believe basketball within the next six or eight weeks – no reason to push it.  I’ll be 57 shortly and my BHR will be 4 years old by Christmas.  I have no concerns whatsoever that this will last me a long time and enable me to do whatever the rest of my body allows!

Dr. Brooks and Phil Golnick have … Read the rest

Matt’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. McMinn 2015

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May 2, 2015

My first three days post op were tough, and only after a horrendous vomiting session and a better nights sleep did I awake Friday feeling like everyone else! I tried walking, I tried sitting up, and it seemed any “upright” time would make me dizzy and sweaty. I as weak, tired. But after the vomiting and getting pain meds under control, much better. I think your idea of getting off the hard … Read the rest

Danny’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Mr. Treacy Part 2

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Read Danny’s Hip Resurfacing Story, Part 1 Here

February 12, 2015

Well I am now officially a bilat.

The operation was not routein however. It took Mr Treacy 45 mins and there were some complications. I bled an awful lot in theatre and think there was a lot of Spurs and osteophyte as well as my dysplasic socket.

I had to be kept in recovery for about 3 hours as there was no bed space … Read the rest

Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Schultz

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In the hip, the round end of the femur (thigh bone) fits snugly into the pelvic socket acetabulum) and is cushioned by cartilage. When the joint is damaged, the resulting pain often is treated with medication. If that doesn’t help, hip resurfacing surgery may be an option for younger, more active patients. The procedure replaces the surfaces of the hip joint, attaching a metal lining to the hip socket. In the hip, the round end … Read the rest

4 Year Update Boomer’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Rector 2011

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November 30, 2015

Celebrating the four year anniversary for my first BH. Life is good, and I have no limitations or problems with either of my hips. However, I still can’t dance, and I still have an allergic reaction to home improvement projects and yard work. These hips are really good for all kinds of play though!

Boomer’s Full Story Here… Read the rest

Jerry’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2013

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November 28, 2013

I’m 9 months post operation with Dr. Brooks.  My hip is getting stronger everyday.  As someone replied in another post, I place an inflatable  ball against the wall and stand about 2 feet away with the ball between my backside and the wall. From there I squat to almost 90 degrees and hold that position.  Start at 30 seconds and then increase the time from there.  You will feel the burn in … Read the rest

Nathan’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2013

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November 11, 2013

I’m typing this from home.  Surgery went great on Friday.  That night I was on Percocet and oxycodone alternating every two hours.  My pain was a 2 or 3 on a 10 scale.  But, all that medicine caught up with me around 7:00 am.  I sat on the side of the bed and looked out on to Lake Erie and thought I would throw up.  Like motion sickness. They gave me an … Read the rest

Pamela Waugh’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2014

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Pamela Waugh Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2014

Update April 12, 2015 Pamela Waugh

I believe I’m the small female Dr. Brooks is referring to that had hip displasia with a tilted pelvis. It’s been 8 months since my surgery and I thank God everyday that I was a candidate for this surgery. I have absolutely no pain. I am loving life again and anxious for my annual check up! Thanks to Dr. Brooks and his most excellent team!… Read the rest

Dwight Vanderboegh’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Jinnah 2008

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After running competitively in high school and college and then just for fun through my 20’s & 30’s, with mid-life creeping up my back, the thought of finishing a marathon by 40 turned into a obsession in June, 1994. After completing #1 in September, I went on to finish 30 in 20 states during the next 6 years, added trail running and felt the closest to God’s great creation during those Saturday 50 milers.  Ultimately, … Read the rest