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Hip Resurfacing General Questions

Hip Resurfacing Topics

General questions about hip resurfacing - support, information and help

Posts: 28,748
Topics: 3,238

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

Hip Resurfacing Still an Excellent Option

Despite negative media against hip resurfacing, experienced surgeons, national registires and mecial studies show postivie outcomes.

Posts: 107
Topics: 14

Last post: February 28, 2020, 01:11:16 PM Re: Unsure About Having ... by petemeads

Polls about Hip Resurfacing

Polls for patients to complete about their hip resurfacing experience

Posts: 734
Topics: 34

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

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

Photos - Surface Hippies, pets and environment

Photos of surface hippies, their pets, their hobbies, their sports and other fun stuff.

Posts: 192
Topics: 22

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

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: 5,714
Topics: 714

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

Sleep Problems and Solutions

Do you have problems sleeping after surgery? What solutions have you found that work well.

Posts: 14
Topics: 3

Last post: July 24, 2024, 09:07:34 AM Re: Sleeping on my back ... by MarvinB

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

Infection Problems

Did you have a skin infeciton or infection around your new hip device?

Posts: 77
Topics: 14

Last post: April 02, 2019, 04:59:02 PM Re: Antibiotic prophylax... by catfriend

Leg Length Problems

Is your leg shorter or longer after surgery? Did the problem resolve itself in time?

Posts: 115
Topics: 15

Last post: June 15, 2019, 11:42:52 AM Re: Longer Leg needs hip... by catfriend

Swelling

Swelling in the hip and or leg after surgery.

Posts: 127
Topics: 21

Last post: February 06, 2020, 12:33:23 PM Re: 6 days post op how m... by Anthony J

Emotional Issues

Are you depressed or upset after hip resurfacing surgery? Talk with other Surface Hippies and find moral support

Posts: 365
Topics: 19

Last post: November 12, 2024, 03:25:56 PM Re: Struggling by BilateralRecerf

Sex and Resurfacing

Surface Hippies often wonder about when they can return to having sex and problems associated with becoming active again

Posts: 71
Topics: 10

Last post: July 14, 2014, 04:48:36 PM Re: New Page About Sugge... by Dave Like Festus

Serious Post Op Problems and Revisions

Hip Resurfacing Serious Problems

Post Op Serious Problems

Posts: 867
Topics: 96

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

Blood Clots

Did you have Blood Clots after your surgery? How was it treated?

Posts: 40
Topics: 10

Last post: August 17, 2014, 04:16:21 PM Re: Blood Clots @ 8 week... by hernanu

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

Acetabular Cup and Femoral Component Revisions

Acetabular Cup and Femoral Component Revisions & Problems

Posts: 162
Topics: 26

Last post: September 29, 2024, 10:30:54 AM Re: Resurfacing Revision by Pat Walter

Metal Allergies & Metal Ion Information

Problems or revisions of a hip resurfacing due to deep metal allergies. Information about metal Ions.

Posts: 469
Topics: 50

Last post: November 08, 2023, 06:29:45 AM Re: First test whenâ€¦.? by petemeads

Medical Studies/Articles

Medical Studies about Hip Resurfacing problems and revisions.

Hip Resurfacing Studies

Studies about hip resurfacing and hip resurfacing devices

Posts: 110
Topics: 18

Last post: February 11, 2024, 06:49:31 PM How long do revisions la... by lckp

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

Posts: 675
Topics: 80

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

Biking/Mountain Biking

Share your stories about mountain biking after hip resurfacing

Posts: 378
Topics: 48

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

Dancing

Are you back to dancing? How long did it take to get back on the floor and dance?

Posts: 17
Topics: 6

Last post: September 26, 2022, 01:00:06 AM Recommended dance suitab... by MichaelCasady

Golfing

Golfers - do you have questions about hip resurfacing and golfing. Are you an active golfer after hip resurfacing. Lets talk golf and hip resurfacing.

Posts: 198
Topics: 24

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

Horseback Riders

Are you a rider? How long did it take you to get back to riding?

Posts: 96
Topics: 10

Last post: June 04, 2018, 09:58:00 AM Re: Riding the bigger ho... by LMS

Martial Arts

Martial Arts hip resurfacing athletes. Tell us how your trained Post Op and what you are doing now.

Posts: 505
Topics: 31

Last post: May 01, 2019, 07:42:56 AM Re: TKD/Recovery After H... by Pat Walter

Motorcyclists

A special place for Surface Hippy Bikers

Posts: 214
Topics: 30

Last post: May 05, 2019, 12:20:38 PM Re: Over 6yrs riding on ... by arx4

Mountaineering & Climbing

Are you climbing after your hip resurfacing? Tell us about your activities and your post op PT to get back into shape.

Posts: 93
Topics: 18

Last post: April 29, 2024, 10:52:22 AM Re: Hip squaking and rum... by stevel

Running, Ironman, Marathoner

Are you running after your hip resurfacing? How did you train and what are you doing now?

Posts: 1,474
Topics: 159

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

Skating & Hockey

Are you a skater or hockey player? How long did it take to get back on the ice after hip resurfacing

Posts: 199
Topics: 21

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

Sky Diving

Hip Resurfacing Athletes - high in the skies

Posts: 6
Topics: 2

Last post: January 09, 2017, 06:26:25 PM Re: Skydiving by Pat Walter

Skiing and Snow Boarding

Are you skiing or snow boarding after your hip resurfacing?

Posts: 265
Topics: 38

Last post: December 23, 2018, 06:23:09 PM Re: Pushed the limit a l... by John C

Soccer

Soccer player talk about this hip resurfacing and post op activities

Posts: 138
Topics: 12

Last post: June 04, 2019, 09:29:33 PM Re: Return to football? by jimbone

Surfing & Water Sports

Surface Hippies returning to or interested in Surfing and Water Sports

Posts: 224
Topics: 36

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

Tennis Players

Are you back on the court? Playing singles or doubles? Tell us your story.

Posts: 76
Topics: 12

Last post: January 19, 2023, 03:59:42 PM Need some inspiration? ... by BillyH

Weight Lifting

Are you a hip resurfacing weight lifter? Share your story with other athletes.

Posts: 229
Topics: 21

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

Yoga

Yoga activities

Posts: 21
Topics: 6

Last post: April 30, 2021, 09:18:53 AM Re: Beginner Yoga Stretc... by MarvinB

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