Glsec’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2013 April 30, 2013 I am a 28 yr old male and had my left hip done on Jan 25th, 2013 by Dr Brooks of the Cleveland Clinic. He doesn’t want me running for a year. Ok, I get why and for the most … Continue reading →
Hipster’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Raterman 2013 June 20, 2013 I had Dr. Stephen Raterman in Tampa, Florida as my surgeon about 8 weeks ago. When I checked this site before surgery, I didn’t see any good (no offense intended if I missed it) info on him, so now that … Continue reading →
July 27, 2011 I am 2 years down the road I have just run a 5k in 20.47 minutes at my local gym with no pain or discomfort! I run an under 10 football team which I love and enjoy and my new hip resurface has let me do this … Continue reading →
Brian’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr.Callander 2013 May 15, 2013 I started running when I was still in elementary school, and loved competing in fun runs, 5ks etc. up till HS when I ran Cross Country and Track. In my senior year I started to be plagued by "leg problems". Through … Continue reading →
Kleinink’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2013 March 11, 2013 I am scheduled for a metal on poly with Dr. Pritchett next month after reading success stories and having friends in other states (all males between 49-55) having great success with resurfacing. June 5, 2013 One week out. About to … Continue reading →
Dave’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013 June 14, 2013 I am 6 weeks out from my Birmingham Hip resurfacing operation. I had the surgery with Dr.Kusuma at Grant Bone and Joint Center in Columbus Ohio. I’m sorry I waited 2 years to be able to walk without pain again. … Continue reading →
Kate’s Hip Resurfacing with Mr. Moss 2013 May 25, 2013 My name is Kate and I have just had a resurfacing to my right hip at age 41. I live in Haslemere and had the operation in Chichester, West Sussex by Mr. Moss. 13 years ago I was walking down … Continue reading →
marco-polo-hip-resurfacing-dr-delle-valle-2013 Marco Polo’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Della Valle 2013 March 30, 2013 I thought I would post some additional observations now that I am 6 days post op: – I continue to be impressed with the organization and responsiveness of Dr. Della Valle’s office. They took care of all … Continue reading →
Fig’s Hip Resurfacing Story with Dr. Weeden 2013 May 17, 2012 I had an appointment last year with Dr. Weeden who does THR and BHR. I am 54 and he said a BHR would be possible for me. I have not spoken to anyone who had hip resurfacing by Dr. … Continue reading →
Podgornymd ‘s Hip Resurfacing Dr. Rector 2013 April 9, 2013 I am scheduled to have BHR next week and for past 2 months my back has been killing me to the point i have become sedentary. I am actually an emergency physician who is very active mainly competing in ultraendurance … Continue reading →
chris-hip-resurfacing-dr-kusuma-2012 Chris H’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2012 As a gunshot survivor, I suffered from partial paralysis that led to the eventual degradation of my right hip. At age 16, I had a major hip reconstruction that left my right foot mostly paralyzed — this was a very sad … Continue reading →
Ron’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2010 My name is Ron and I am 65 years old. I have always been a busy body and love to work outside on my pool and then yard. I have always been an active person. 3 years ago, I began having pain in … Continue reading →
John Vukovich’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Kusuma 2013 When I learned about the arthritis in my hip by my family doctor, he recommended talking to Dr. Kusuma. On my first visit he explained all of the options that were available to me and told me that it was my choice … Continue reading →
Gazza’s Hip Resurfacing Story with Dr Kim 2013 March 28, 2013 After getting so much great information from this site I thought I would share my story. Probably there is not much that is different from others experiences, perhaps the Canadian (Ontario) health service experience maybe of interest to some. … Continue reading →
Rick Draper – Dr. Brooks LEFT side BHR, Dec. 21, 2009 I was about 48 years old when I knew my basketball days were over, having felt that awful feeling of bone on bone and limping back to work. I had been playing ball regularly at lunchtime as a staff … Continue reading →
5 Year Update Fifth year still had some nice improvement (believe it or not). This also marks my fifth season back playing soccer. Every season I’ve had little nags here and there (Achilles, hamstrings, calfs, etc) but the hip has been injury free. When my conditioning wanes a bit in … Continue reading →
7 Year Update I am the ex jockey and cutter/reined cowhorse rider that has a right hip resurfaced with Dr Sparling in Vancouver, WA (Wright C+) 7 years ago at age 45 (petite female). I am still doing great, no complications and can pretty much do whatever I want pain … Continue reading →
John’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2012 December 12, 2012 Today marks 14 days Post Op with Dr. Brooks. I woke up in the OR as they were finishing the glue and putting on the bandage. As they wheeled me into Recovery, Dr. Brooks came over and handed me my … Continue reading →