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Hip Resurfacing General Questions

Hip Resurfacing Topics

General questions about hip resurfacing - support, information and help

Posts: 28,849
Topics: 3,251

Last post: October 26, 2026, 03:48:47 PM Re: Why Don't More Ortho... by Pat Walter

Hip Resurfacing Devices

Questions and comments about different types of hip resurfacing devices

Posts: 851
Topics: 88

Last post: August 15, 2026, 11:02:42 AM A New Ceramic Hip Resurf... by Pat Walter

Traveling Abroad for Hip Resurfacing

Questions about traveling abroad. Stories about people traveling overseas.

Posts: 238
Topics: 41

Last post: February 14, 2024, 05:35:51 AM Re: Travelling for Resur... by Liselelal

Insurance Questions

Questions and comments about insurance coverage for hip resurfacing

Posts: 350
Topics: 68

Last post: October 27, 2026, 11:56:02 AM Re: insurance coverage a... by ocwa80

Personal Hip Resurfacing Stories

Anniversary Stories

Patient stories celebrating hip resurfacing anniversaries

Posts: 370
Topics: 92

Last post: March 31, 2026, 05:39:20 AM Re: Ten Year Report by morph

Hip Resurfacing Stories

Personal stories about your hip resurfacing and your doctor

Posts: 9,845
Topics: 735

Last post: September 29, 2025, 08:24:45 AM Re: My Hip Resurfacing J... by Pat Walter

Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Stories

Stories about people with both hips resurfaced

Posts: 2,502
Topics: 163

Last post: March 31, 2026, 05:17:32 AM Bilat. Mr Holland - RBHR... by morph

Normal Post Op Problems and Recovery Issues

Recovery Issues

Post Op Recovery Issues including problems and slow recoveries

Posts: 6,519
Topics: 805

Last post: March 09, 2026, 07:11:09 AM Re: Pain with recovery m... by sbrnecros

Physical Therapy

PT after hip resurfacing. What special PT did you do. What helped? What hindered your recovery?

Posts: 813
Topics: 128

Last post: April 22, 2025, 03:16:20 PM Re: Who is biking shortl... by MattFL

Groin Pain

Groin Pain and muscle issues after hip resurfacing

Posts: 486
Topics: 58

Last post: November 04, 2024, 05:50:54 PM Re: Groin pain by Tonybda

Serious Post Op Problems and Revisions

Hip Resurfacing Serious Problems

Post Op Serious Problems

Posts: 1,107
Topics: 136

Last post: April 25, 2026, 03:09:00 PM Re: BHR 16 months post-o... by morph

My Resurfacing Requires a THR Revision

Some hip resurfacing patients have problems requiring a revision to a THR. This is a place to share your story and receive support for your revision.

Posts: 252
Topics: 31

Last post: April 13, 2025, 10:53:51 AM Re: Anyone with at least... by fionalum

Doctor Information

Hip resurfacing surgeon information and questions

Posts: 1,079
Topics: 232

Last post: September 08, 2025, 05:30:27 PM Dr Huff in Portland, OR by Aimeeclimbs@gmail.com

Dr. Brooks

Information about Dr. Brooks and patient stories

Posts: 41
Topics: 9

Last post: May 03, 2019, 01:12:38 AM Re: Dr. Brooks Study - ... by ahausheer

Dr. De Smet

Information about Dr. De Smet and patient stories

Posts: 42
Topics: 9

Last post: July 14, 2019, 06:39:54 PM Re: Brian's ReCerf Ceram... by blinky

Dr. Gross

Information about Dr. Gross and patient stories

Posts: 451
Topics: 48

Last post: June 25, 2026, 03:30:07 PM Current Schedule for Ret... by hobbledog

Dr. Pritchett

Information about Dr. Pritchett and patient stories

Posts: 86
Topics: 10

Last post: February 01, 2023, 03:38:55 PM Re: thank you, Dr Pritch... by Pat Walter

Dr. Su

Information about Dr. Su and patient stories

Posts: 128
Topics: 14

Last post: December 09, 2024, 05:36:43 PM Re: Dr Su by silky

Athletes Corner

General Discussion about Athletes

Questions about participating in athletics, post op athletic activities and PT for athletes. Athletes share your stories here.

Posts: 719
Topics: 94

Last post: November 10, 2025, 04:43:03 PM Re: 5 year check up resu... by MattFL

Biking/Mountain Biking, Motorcyslists & Horseback Riders

Share your stories about biking and mountain biking after hip resurfacing. Horseback riders and Motorcyclists share you stories with other athletes.

Posts: 592
Topics: 78

Last post: June 12, 2026, 03:09:33 AM Re: Risk of Falling by Holger

Golfing, Soccer & Tennis

Golfers - do you have questions about hip resurfacing and golfing. Share your golfing stories here. Soccer and Tennis players, connect with other hip resurfacing players and share your stories.

Posts: 407
Topics: 47

Last post: June 03, 2024, 11:58:41 AM Re: Which hip is harder ... by HippyDogwood

Martial Arts, Weight Lifting, Mountaineering & Climbing

Martial Arts hip resurfacing athletes. Tell us how your trained Post Op and what you are doing now. Weight Lifters and Climbers, share your stories or ask questions.

Posts: 820
Topics: 69

Last post: February 25, 2025, 12:31:47 PM Re: Study on reduced fex... by tobyskier

Running, Ironman Triathlon, Marathoner

Are you running after your hip resurfacing? How did you train and what are you doing now? Share your Running, Ironman Triathlon and Marathon stories.

Posts: 1,474
Topics: 159

Last post: November 22, 2024, 11:23:32 AM Re: start running by MattFL

Skating, Hockey, Skiing and Snow Boarding

Are you a skater or hockey player? Skier or Snow Boarder? How long did it take to get back on the ice or snow after hip resurfacing? Share your personal stories.

Posts: 462
Topics: 58

Last post: October 16, 2023, 09:25:48 PM You need some inspiratio... by Eric

Surfing & Water Sports

Share your Surfing and Water Sports stories. How long did it take you to return to your sport?

Posts: 224
Topics: 36

Last post: June 10, 2022, 10:46:43 AM How quickly did you get ... by Alex

Polls About Hip Resurfacing

Polls about different aspects of hip resurfacing. Often started by members of Hip Talk

New Polls

Polls about hip resurfacing

Posts: 528
Topics: 20

Last post: April 08, 2025, 12:15:39 PM Re: Poll - How Old is Yo... by dannythebeerman

Photos of Surface Hippies

Photos of Surface Hippies, their pets, activities and sports

Photos

Surface Hippies Photos

Posts: 192
Topics: 22

Last post: June 20, 2022, 11:55:27 AM Re: Can I join a maratho... by blinky

THR Total Hip Replacement Support

THR Patients

Total Hip Replacement Stories and Questions

Posts: 931
Topics: 57

Last post: July 13, 2026, 02:02:01 PM Re: 8 Year Update by Pat Walter

Hip Talk at Surface Hippy - Info Center

Message	Author	Board	Date
Re: insurance coverage abroad	ocwa80	Insurance Questions	October 27, 2026, 11:56:02 AM
Re: Why Don't More Orthopedic Surgeons Recommend Hip Resurfacing? Article	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Topics	October 26, 2026, 03:48:47 PM
Re: Why Don't More Orthopedic Surgeons Recommend Hip Resurfacing? Article	callsheetforbob@yahoo.com	Hip Resurfacing Topics	October 23, 2026, 04:19:53 PM
Dr Schmalzried	callsheetforbob@yahoo.com	Hip Resurfacing Topics	October 23, 2026, 12:11:41 PM
Re: Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Returning to Sport	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Topics	October 11, 2026, 07:56:19 PM
Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Returning to Sport	Rylowe24	Hip Resurfacing Topics	October 11, 2026, 10:14:18 AM
Re: Re-Cerf & ACL (Hip resurfacing) at young age	Terry999	Hip Resurfacing Topics	September 10, 2026, 04:34:17 PM
Re-Cerf & ACL (Hip resurfacing) at young age	Dario	Hip Resurfacing Topics	September 08, 2026, 11:46:05 AM
Why Don't More Orthopedic Surgeons Recommend Hip Resurfacing? Article	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Topics	August 26, 2026, 10:28:48 AM
A New Ceramic Hip Resurfacing Device from JRI: What We Know So Far	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Devices	August 15, 2026, 11:02:42 AM
Re: Device Update for US and Overseas 2026	throwmyhipsaway	Hip Resurfacing Topics	August 10, 2026, 08:04:56 AM
Re: Device Update for US and Overseas 2026	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Topics	July 29, 2026, 12:52:04 PM
Re: Device Update for US and Overseas 2026	hobbledog	Hip Resurfacing Topics	July 22, 2026, 01:37:04 PM
Device Update for US and Overseas 2026	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Topics	July 22, 2026, 11:35:49 AM
Pat Walter's Inerview by Kevin Brown of Device Nation June 27, 2026	Pat Walter	Hip Resurfacing Topics	July 21, 2026, 07:22:05 AM