Jan 19, 2007 Two Year Update Two years ago I had my left hip resurfaced. When I was active on this list I always appreciated the updates from people a few years out, so thought I would do the same. I am pain free, and my hip is flexible and … Continue reading →
February 08, 2008 I just got home from my surgery. I was under general anesthesia because he could find the “spot” (apparently spinals are very tactile) for a spinal. Day one was pretty rough for my first round of physical therapy I could just barely sit up on the edge … Continue reading →
February 23, 2007 As I noticed today’s date, I realized that 6 years ago, I was in Baltimore getting my hip re-surfaced by Dr. Mont. Since I rarely even think about it anymore, other when someone mentions it to me, I kind of lost track. I guess it works. For … Continue reading →
December 21, 2006 Can’t get too technical but I just had the anterior (lateral) approach last week by Dr. Mont. He explained to me that this is his preference and in over 600 procedures only 1 has not worked to expectation. He is very precise and only cuts through gluteus … Continue reading →
Name: Clay Primrose Age: 59 Home: Austin, TX Hip resurfaced: 5/17/07 Surgeon: Dr. Michael Mont My favorite things about Hip re-surfacing: 1.No serious pain post-op 2.Fast rate of recovery 3.No Restrictions after 14 weeks 4.Good Long Term Prospects It takes a team This was not a solo effort. I had … Continue reading →
I had left Cormet hip resurfacing with Dr. Mont on Oct. 13, .just over a month ago, and I seem to be healing nicely. I was extraordinarily pleased with his skill. I think he is brilliant. I am now 6.5 weeks post-op. I returned to my sedentary job 5.5 weeks post … Continue reading →
30 years old. 11/11/2009 Left hip Biomet uncemented by Dr. Thomas Gross. It has been exactly 7 days to the minute since I had my left hip resurfaced and I just walked my first mile so this seems like a good time to write this note. My story is similar … Continue reading →
June 6, 2013 One week out. About to toss my very cool and blinged out Mobilegs crutches as I don’t really need them. The only trouble is the killer migraine from trying to kick the Nucynta. I tried to stop it at day 3, but the nights can be challenging. … Continue reading →
February 28, 2009 I am recovering nicely at age 62. I have no pain, but swelling has been a problem for me. Even after icing a lot I still have trouble with the calf of my leg being quite uncomfortable by evening. I leave the ice machine on all night … Continue reading →
February 14, 2017 – I’m now six months post op. I’m back to practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and did some live rolling(sparring) last night. Hip felt great, no problems. Read Jay’s Full Story Here Continue reading →
January 26, 2017 I am 8+ years out of having a right hip surfaced from Doctor Gross. I am still good, I almost never even think of the day I could not walk and still do not know I have had my hip done. I believe now that I will … Continue reading →
January 27, 2017 It will be 8 incredible years for me in February! So glad I did it! Read Mari’s Full Story Here Continue reading →
January 29, 2017 I am about 8 ½ years out at this point. I also am very happy with my resurfaced hip from Dr Gross. At 65 I am still skiing hard 6 to 8 hours every day during the winters, and surfing, tennis, and windsurfing every day during the … Continue reading →
Update January 16, 2017 This coming July I will have had my first replacement for 4 years and December will be 4 years for the second. I can tell you that the decision to get them done has been nothing less than life changing!! I have been able to return … Continue reading →
Friday 20th January 2017 Make Resurfacing Great Again! This InaugurationDay, Mr McMinn says ‘Make Resurfacing Great Again’, pictured here with Joseph Daniel (McMinn Centre Director of Research) and Terry Smith (Managing Director of Jointmedica). (Left to Right: Joseph Daniel, Mr Derek McMinn & Terry Smith) Mr McMinn’s latest invention, the … Continue reading →