Read Rod’s Original Story Here I recently realized that my 10 year anniversary of my hip resurfacing is here! I had my left hip resurfaced by Dr. De Smet in late 2007. About five years ago, I had my metals level checked and sent the results to Dr. De Smet…his … Continue reading →
December 13, 2017 When I first learned I needed a hip replacement I was 46. I thought I was too young and tried waiting it out. I started looking for alternatives other than a full hip replacement. My journey took me to first getting a cortisone injection. This did nothing … Continue reading →
December 20, 2017 I had my left hip hip done in 2005 by Dr. Myron Stachniw in Galesburg, Il., and the left hip the following year. Aside from the occasional flare up of bursitis in my left hip, I have remained very active. My left hip is a resurf. The … Continue reading →
2 Year Update December 21, 2017 A much overdue report on my experience with Dr. de Smet and my new right Conserve + hip. I don’t wish to repeat all of the good information already available on this site, but let me say that it has been an invaluable resource … Continue reading →
I am a 47 yr old extremely active male and former D1 college hockey player. For the last 3-4 years I have been suffering for hip flexor and groin pain. I just thought is was muscle/tendinitis pain from my deadliest, squats, running and skating. I visited a Orthopedic specialist about … Continue reading →
December 8, 2017 I am a firefighter/paramedic/inspector in Los Angeles who suffered OA and the avulsion of a large chunk of acetabular cartilage in my right hip over 15 years ago. This left me in debilitating pain for over a year, when I was finally able to get a debridement … Continue reading →
Great to see the some of the H1 patients reaching a 3 month time point! https://www.facebook.com/allceramichip.resurfacing
Continue reading →David’s Original Story Here November 11, 2017 – It is the eighteenth anniversary of my right side BHR being implanted. It has been well used, is still playing tennis several times a week and has improved my quality of life beyond measure. The left side one was four years last … Continue reading →
Chuck’s Original Story Here December 4, 2017 – 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 … Continue reading →
November 29, 2016 I have about a week before my surgery next week. I’m a 49 year old female, born with hip dysplasia. I’m an avid rower and a cyclist and I’ve had bone-on-bone arthritis for at least two years. I was able to ride and row all season, and … Continue reading →
Read Jon’s full story here BHR with McMinn December 2011. Joint continues to function really well with no complications. Very active. Continue reading →
19 Month Update May 2019 I’ve just got back from the 2019 Pontevedra ITU Aquathlon World Championship race for male 55-59 Age Group. What an amazing experience – loved it! I placed 36/40 in my age group race – 1K open water swim then transition into 5K run. Swim was … Continue reading →
Dr. Dee Alaska Vet from the television show on Animal Planet received a polyethylene hip resurfacing procedure from Dr. Pritchett and returned to her very active Animal Medicine and Surgery Practice Continue reading →
I have compiled video clips in chronological order, over a period of 6 months, from the day of surgery, my recovery, rehab and physical therapy activities, to my return to kiteboarding. I had severe arthritis in my left hip. I chose to have Hip Resurfacing over Total Hip Replacement so … Continue reading →
Published on May 27, 2016 A question regarding dental procedures or minor surgical procedures and the use of antibiotics to prevent an infection after someone has had a total joint replacement is discussed. Continue reading →
View Birmingham Hip Resurfacing 20 Year Video by McMinn Center Here Continue reading →
I have been cleared for all activity without restrictions. I am now playing singles tennis without holding back. I am out of shape (for 95 degree singles tennis), and still feel not as flexible or as strong, but have had no pain even after 2 hours of drills and playing. … Continue reading →