4 year Anniversary for Chuck with Biomet from Dr. Gross
Chuck’s Full Hip Resurfacing Story with Dr. Gross 2008 posted here: http://surfacehippy.info/hipresurfacing/stories/dr-gross/396-chuck-hip-resurfacing-dr-gross-2008-biomet
Continue reading →Annie Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Gross 2011
I had my right hip resurfaced by Dr. Gross last week (April 20) and I am already walking with just a cane! Don’t settle for total hip replacement until you explore other options! I had resurfacing surgery on my right hip last week, and feel like I’m doing really well … Continue reading →
Chuck B’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2010
Chuck B Dr. Gross August 2010 October 15, 2011 Had a complicated HR done by Dr Gross in August 2010. He had me on his slow recovery program which included 6 weeks of crutches with 10% weight bearing. He also ordered no horseback riding for a year. I felt great … Continue reading →
Big Blue’s Hip Resurfacing Dr. Gross 2008
I live in Williamson and on Aug. 20, 2008 I had a HR done by Dr. Gross. I just had my 1yr. checkup and everything was fine. My wife was a nurse for 32 years and she said that Dr. Gross was one of the most impressive doctors she had … Continue reading →
Bionic’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2009
It’s done. Got a little sleepy in pre-op. I remember being moved to the OR table, noting that it was firm and comfortable, and feeling that the temperature was cold. Next thing I remember I was lying in a different bed and asking when the surgery was going to be, … Continue reading →
Bob E’s hip resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2010
November 26, 2010 I’m one month out with the Biomet device installed by Dr. Gross. So far my recovery is, in one word, unbelievable! I’m age 55 and my resurfacing was due to an accident during a triathlon, I was run over by one of the “safety marshals” that ride … Continue reading →
Brian ROC Bilateral hip resurfacing Dr. Gross 2010
December 13, 2010 I’m happy to report that my right hip surgery is now in the books. The staff at the hospital has been great. They are all very friendly and willing to help out with anything I need. My surgery was at 9:00 this morning. I was Dr. Gross’s … Continue reading →
MB’s hip resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2008
This is my first post but I have been following this site since last year. I chose my doctor from all the posts and advice from this site. I do want to thank all of you for your stories and information. I’m very please with my new hip and recovery … Continue reading →
Carrie hip resurfacing R Biomet. Dr. Gross. 11/24/09
December 9, 2009 Ah, yes, the bed-and-sleeping breakthrough showed up yesterday. I was able to get my leg into the bed unassisted, and I actually did sleep on the affected side for a short time last night. Sleeping on the unaffected side has been increasingly more comfortable, which I’m happy … Continue reading →
Jeanie M Hip Resurfacing Dr. Gross 2008
I’m 3 weeks out from surgery with Dr. Gross. Here are my tips for you: Crutches/Cane During your pre-op appt. with Dr. Gross the day before your surgery, the tech will come in and fit you for crutches. So, you don’t have to worry about getting crutches ahead of time. … Continue reading →
Catherine Hip Resurfacing Dr. Gross 2011
October 25, 2011 I am a 44 y.o. mom of three. I was fine until a couple years ago and then started feeling pain in my left hip that radiated down my leg. I assumed it was sciatica and my GP didn’t disagree so off to PT I went. That … Continue reading →
Curt Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2011
October 14, 2011 Two weeks today with a Biomet resurfacing of Right Hip. Currently an airline pilot, and have been running forever. I have a history of OA in knees with surgery on each knee for meniscus tearing/fraying. Hip was never more than a stiffness issue, or so I thought. … Continue reading →
Mac’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2011
March 27, 2011 I am 56 years old and I just had my HR done with Dr. Gross (March 23) and there were a couple of surprises. The first surprise was that I now have one leg (mildly) longer than the other. The other surprise was Dr. Gross’ comment that … Continue reading →
Dee’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2012
50 year old home school mom of five, not an athlete but very flexible since I did acrobats as a kid. Finally diagnosed with labral tear and oa after 5 years of pain, rom loss and unexplained buckling. Arthroscopic repair ruled out by 2 doctors. Local Ortho doc said I … Continue reading →
Dee’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross June 28, 2010
July 10, 2010 I’ve been active in sports all my life. Since age 55 (I’m 62) I’ve been participating in masters racquetball and softball. I’ve won gold in both at a state and national level–up until 2008 that is… My right hip reached the point where I was, the month … Continue reading →
Don C’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2009
November 23, 2009 I’m now a hippie for one week. Here’s my story. 11-13 Met with Dr. Gross and Lee Web. Lee Webb said my left hip was one of the worst limitations of movement she had ever seen. 11-16 Day of surgery. The worst part by far is the … Continue reading →
Stepping Out- Hip Resurfacing by Dee Grider 2012
Stepping Out by Dee Grider is an article about her hip resurfacing experience with Dr. Gross 2012 and why hip resurfacing is better than a total hip replacement. Her article can be read here: http://surfacehippy.info/pdf/Stepping-Out-dee-grider-2012.pdf
Continue reading →Max’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Gross 2009
April 16, 2009 I am just over 2 weeks post op from second half of Bilateral. The first week was definitely a challenge. I took the pain pills before I felt I needed them and that worked great, not much pain to deal with. I was a little unprepared for … Continue reading →