Groin Pain and Psoas Inflammation Solutions

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Groin Pain and Psoas Inflammation Solutions Updated 9/25/08 Groin Pain and Psoas Inflammation seem to be a post-op problem for many people with hip resurfacing. Listed below are a selection of posts by people about their groin pain and what they have done to solve the problem. Psoas tendinitis is an important reason for groin… Continue reading →

Imageless computer navigation without pre-operative templating may lead to malpreparation of the femoral head in hip resurfacing

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Updated 3/10/2010 Imageless computer navigation without pre-operative templating may lead to malpreparation of the femoral head in hip resurfacing 2009 http://www.jbjs.org.uk/cgi/content/abstract/91-B/10/1281 M. Olsen, BScE, PhD, Doctoral Researcher1; E. T. Davis, MSc, FRCSC(Trauma & Orth), Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon2; M. Chiu, MD, FRCSC, Orthopaedic Surgical Fellow1; P. Gamble, MD, FRCSC, Orthopaedic Surgical Felllow1; N. Tumia,… Continue reading →

FDA to Stryker: Fix hip implant flaws

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  FDA to Stryker: Fix hip implant flaws Link to Original Article SNBC  By LINDA A. JOHNSON updated 5:48 p.m. ET, Wed., Jan. 16, 2008 TRENTON, N.J. – Federal regulators have ordered medical device maker Stryker Corp. to fix a host of long-standing problems in its manufacturing of hip replacement parts that have triggered multiple… Continue reading →

Cortisone Decreases Bone, Ligament and Tendon Strength by Ross Hauser, MD

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Cortisone Decreases Bone, Ligament and Tendon Strength Ross Hauser, M.D. READ COMPLETE ARTICLE In my opinion, the quickest way for an patient or athlete to lose strength at the ligament-bone junction (fibro-osseous junction) is to inject cortisone to that area. Cortisone and other steroid injections ALL have the same detrimental effects on articular cartilage. Corticosteroids,… Continue reading →

Pseudotumours Risk For Hip Resurfacing Highlights

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Link  http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/114601.php July 11, 2008 As the incidence of metal-on-metal hip resurfacing has increased in recent years, especially in younger patients, research published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery – British Volume (JBJS-Br) discusses occurrences of "pseudotumours" as a result. The researchers estimate that approximately 1% of patients who have metal-on-metal hip resurfacings… Continue reading →

Alan Ray Appeal Insurance Letter for coverage of his hip resurfacing surgery wtih Dr. De Smet in Belgium 2004

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THE APPEAL LETTER TO CIGNA (NAU IS "national appeals unit") Dear CIGNA NAU: I have received your written notice, dated Aug. 27, 2004, denying my initial request for pre-authorization for left hip surface arthroplasty. With this letter and attachments, the request is being re-submitted for further consideration as an appeal of the initial denial. I… Continue reading →

Bone density of the femoral neck following BHR Study

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Bone density of the femoral neck following Birmingham Hip Resurfacing  A 2-year prospective study in 27 hips  10/31/09 Link  http://pdfserve.informaworld.com/509466_768420410_917526316.pdf Authors: Nick J. Cooke a;  Lauren Rodgers b;  David Rawlings c;  Andrew W. McCaskie d; James P. Holland d Affiliations:   a North Tees and Hartlepool Hospital,   b Statistics Department, University of Newcastle,  … Continue reading →

Follow-up, revision parameters for metal-on-metal hip implants outlined

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Updated 6/25/2012 Thomas P. Schmalzried, MD, presented his experience at the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction San Diego 2012 meeting… Although there has been no standard of review established in the United States, Schmalzried noted routine follow-up should be considered good practice… …Schmalzried mentioned the special risks inherent in metal-on-metal hip replacements, including higher monoblock… Continue reading →

Metal Ion Study 2002

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Medium Term Serum Cobalt and Chromium Levels in Patients with Metal-metal Resurfacing NOTE: This paper was presented at the New Trends of Joint Reconstructive Surgery 2002 Meeting, comparing serum levels in a control group, conventional THR, McKee Farrar, MOM Hip Resurfacing, and MOM THR (Sulzer), which concluded that metal ion levels are higher at 1… Continue reading →

Pat’s Corner – Hip Resurfacing is still an excellent option 2012 despite negative media

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Updated 12/12/2012 I would like to comment, mostly for the people new to hip resurfacing, about the negative NY Times articles and other media against hip resurfacing. All of this information is one sided. The authors and some surgeons have an agenda against hip resurfacing. The retention rate of the BHR and other devices has… Continue reading →

The Influence of Head Diameter, Clearance, Cup Position, and Head Position on Wear Rates in Metal-on-Metal Resurfacing

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Updated 1/8/09 Presented at the 2nd Annual Total Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty Course in LA Oct. 2008 By: John Fisher Co-Authors: Ian Leslie, Sophie Williams, Eileen Ingham, Graham Isaac Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering University of Leeds Background: There are considerable variations in metal ion levels and metallic wear rates in patients with metal on… Continue reading →

Cormet Hip Resurfaicng CHR

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FDA Approved in US Updated 11/9/09 Prevalence of associated deformities and hip pain in patients with cam-type femoroacetabular impingement 2009Link Click Here to Read Complete ArticleD. Allen, MSc, FRCS, Ed(Trauma & Orth), Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon1; P. E. Beaulé, MD, FRCS C, Associate Professor2; O. Ramadan, MD, Resident Adult Reconstruction Service2; and S. Doucette, MSc, Statistician2… Continue reading →

Antiobiotics for dental work after hip resurfacing 2012

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Guidelines by the American Dental Association and Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  Updated 12/8/2012 December 18, 2012 Evidence Insufficient to Recommend Routine Antibiotics for Joint Replacement Patients Who Undergo Dental Procedures New, collaborative evidence-based guideline proposes Rosemont, Ill. – The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), and the American Dental Association (ADA) found that there is… Continue reading →

Surgical Approaches for Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Su

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What Surgical Approach do you Use? I like the posterior approach for the excellent exposure that it provides (which is critical for the positioning of the implants) and the ease of recovery for the patient. There are some who believe a trochanteric flip (Ganz osteotomy) or anterolateral approach are better for the blood supply, but… Continue reading →

Dental Work After Hip Resurfacing: Antibiotic Guidelines

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Guidelines by the American Dental Association and Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  Updated 6/16/08 Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Patients with Total Joint Replacements An expert panel of dentists, orthopaedic surgeons and infectious disease specialists, convened by the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) performed a thorough review of all available… Continue reading →

Jill Kranz Hip Story with Dr. Rogerson 2006

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LBHR   Dr. Rogerson   WI   December 2006 I had a left BHR on December 14, 2006. My surgery was performed by Dr. John Rogerson, at Meriter Hospital in Madison Wisconsin. One of the unique features of this procedure was the rehab. It is called “Hip Hab”. It’s a wonderful 5 day rehab program based on the… Continue reading →