Site Map to Surface Hippy

Updated 5/17/2013

• Doctor Interviews
  • Dr. Ball Interview
  • Dr. Ball Medical Profile
  • Mr. Bloomfield Interview
  • Mr. Bloomfield Medical Profile
  • Dr. Bose Interview
  • Dr. Bose Medical Profile
  • Dr. Brooks Interview
  • Dr. Brooks Medical Profile
  • Dr. Clarke Interview
  • Dr. Clarke Medical Profile
  • Dr. Crofford Interview
  • Dr. Crofford Medical Profile
  • Dr. De Smet Interview
  • Dr. De Smet Medical Profile
  • Julien Girard, MD, MsC. Interview
  • Dr. Gross Interview
  • Dr. Gross Medical Profile
  • Dr. Hartford Interview
  • Dr. Hartford Medical Profile
  • Dr. Jacobs Interview
  • Dr. Jacobs Medical Profile
  • Dr. Jinnah Interview
  • Dr. Jinnah Medical Profile
  • Dr. Kelly Interview
  • Dr. Kelly Medical Profile
  • Dr. Macaulay Interview
  • Dr. Macaulay Medical Profile
  • Mr. McMinn Interview
  • Mr. McMinn Medical Profile
  • Mr. McMinn Videos about BHR
  • Mr. McMinn's BMHR Videos
  • Dr. Marwin Interview
  • Dr. Marwin Medical Profile
  • Dr. Mont Interview
  • Dr. Mont Medical Profile
  • Dr. Poole Interview
  • Dr. Pritchett Interview
  • Dr. Pritchett Medical Profile
  • Dr. Raterman Interview
  • Dr. Rogerson Interview
  • Dr. Rogerson Medical Profile
  • Dr. Rubinstein Interview
  • Dr. Rubinstein Medical Profile
  • Dr. Schmalzried Interview
  • Dr. Schmalzried Medical Profile
  • Dr. Schmitt Interview
  • Dr. Stuchin Interview
  • Dr. Stuchin Medical Profile
  • Dr. Su Interview
  • Dr. Su Medical Profile
  • Dr. Volker Interview
  • Dr. Volker Medical Profile
  • Dr. Wallskog Interview
  • Dr. Wallskog Medical Profile
  • Dr. Weeden Interview
  • Dr. Weeden Profile
  • Prof. Dr. med. Eugen Winter Interview
  • Professor Piers Yates Interview
  • Dr. Young Interview
• Acetabular Bone Loss
• Age Chart
• Antibiotics-Dental Work
• Athletes with HS
• AVN
• BHR
  • BHR Information
  • FDA Approvals of Hip Resurfacing Devices
  • McMinn Description
  • First One Hundred Surgeries by Dr. Rubinstein
  • Description of Hip Resurfacing Devices
  • Hip Resurfacing Article by Dr. Balasubramanian
  • Smith & Nephew Description of BHR
  • BHR vs THR x-ray
  • Dr. Bose Replies to Dr. Kurtz
  • Dr. Su Replies to Dr. Kurtz
  • Dr. Rogerson Replies to Dr. Kurtz
• BMHR
• Blood Clot Information
  • Blood Cots, Thinners and TEDs by Dr. McGrory
  • Blood Thinners by Dr. Rubinstein
  • TEDS
• Cost of Hip Resurfacing Overseas
  • John's Cost in Ireland with Dr. Nicholson
  • Leslie Amacker HR cost for Mr. Treacy in UK 2007
  • Kani's Bilateral Surgery Dr. De Smet 2006
  • Pat's Single Surgery Dr. De Smet 2006
  • Lori Hadas HR cost with Dr. Bose in India 2006
  • Dr. Amstutz's Cost of Hip Resurfacing at JRI
• Convert X-Rays
• Doctor Chats
  • Dr. Raterman Chat Aug. 7, 2012
  • Dr. Mont Chat Feb. 22, 2012
  • Dr. Gross Chat Feb. 17, 2009
  • Dr. Rogerson Chat Feb. 9, 2009
  • Dr. Schmalzried Chat Feb. 4, 2009
  • Dr. Schmalzried Chat Nov. 19, 2008
  • Dr. Gross Chat Nov. 11, 2008
  • Dr. Rogerson Chat Oct. 13, 2008
  • Dr. Gross Chat Sept. 30, 2008
  • Dr. Mont  Chat Sept. 17, 2008
  • Dr. Mont Chat Sept. 3, 2008
  • Dr. Bose Chat  Aug. 16, 2008
  • Dr. Mont Chat August 13, 2008
  • Dr. Mont Chat July 30, 2008
  • Dr. Mont Chat July 16, 2008
• Doctor Information
  • Dr. Bose Honored by Overseas Patients
  • List of Doctors performing hip resurfacing
  • How to Select a Surgeon by Patricia Walter
  • Questions to Ask Your Hip Resurfacing Surgeon
• FAQ About Hip Resurfacing
  • Why is a hip resurfacing better than a total hip replacement?
  • What is a BHR made of?
  • Which hip resurfacing device do you prefer?
  • Is hip resurfacing FDA approved?
  • How old is the oldest BHR?
  • I have bone cysts, can I have a hip resurfacing?
  • I have AVN, can I have hip resurfacing?
  • How do I know if the AVN has progressed to advanced arthritis?
  • Does hip resurfacing have a serious biomechanical disadvantage - namely a small head-neck ratio?
  • Is cemented or cementless hip resurfacing the best?
  • What is the age limit for hip resurfacing?
  • How long will my hip resurfacing last?
  • Can both hips be resurfaced on at the same time?
  • What is the worst possible complication from hip resurfacing?
  • Can I have a MRI after hip resurfacing?
  • What is my SARI - Surface Arthoplasty Risk Index?
  • What will my ROM (range of motion) be after surgery?
  • Could a dislocation happen after hip resurfacing?
  • What is done when a hip resurfacing fails?
  • What is the difference between hip resurfacing devices?
  • Does Hip Resurfacing limit ROM more than a THR?
• FAQ About Metal Ions and Allergies
  • What metal ion levels are considered high and to be of concern for a patient to seek out treatment?
  • What test is used to determine metal ion levels in the blood?
  • Could I have a reaction to the metal in a BHR?
  • I have a metal allergy, can I have a hip resurfacing?
  • Are metal ions a problem after hip resurfacing?
• FAQ About Surgery
  • Why are both the abduction angle of the acetabular component and the degree of anteversion important?
  • Is posterior or the anterior surgical approach better?
  • Does hip resurfacing remove more acetabular bone than a THR?
  • Will the neck capsule be preserved during my hip resurfacing?
  • How long will my incision be?
  • Will I have stitches or staples?
  • Can I have a MIS Hip Resurfacing?
  • Explain the different types of anesthesia used in surgery
  • Can computer assisted surgery by used in hip resurfacing?Are metal ions a problem after hip resurfacing?
• FAQ About Post Op Recovery
  • When will my staples or stitches be removed?
  • How quickly will my bones heal?
  • What is the typical recovery time after hip resurfacing?
  • When can full weight bearing start after hip resurfacing surgery?
  • How soon can I return to running after hip resurfacing?
  • Should I use ice or heat for post op pain?
  • How long will my hip continue to swell and hurt after surgery?
  • What kind of Physical Therapy do you recommend?
  • Will my doctor use radiation therapy for my hip resurfacing?
  • I have squeaking noises in my new hip
  • I have clunking noises in my new hip
  • Why do I have groin pain?
  • How fast will I recover?
  • When can I go up and down stairs?
  • Do I have to take antibiotics before having dental work done?
• FAQ About Pre Surgery
  • What precautions do I take before the surgery?
  • Will steroid shots injury my hip?
  • How do I choose a doctor?
  • What questions should I ask my doctor?
  • What kind of equipment will I need after surgery?
• FDA Approvals
  • FDA Proposing Premarket Approval Application for Metal on Metal Devices 2013
  • FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants 2013
  • Questions I should ask my orthopaedic surgeon about metal-on-metal hip implants by the FDA
  • Wright Medical Group, Inc. Receives FDA Approval to Market CONSERVE® Plus Total Hip Resurfacing System
  • FDA Approval of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System
  • FDA Approval of the Cormet Hip Resurfacing System
  • FDA Safety and Innovation Act Signed 2012
  • FDA wants to create a national network of registries
• Helpful Websites
• Hip Resurfacing Info
  • Minimum 10 Year Survival and Outcome of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing – An Independent Series by Dr. De Smet 2012
  • Hip Resurfacing Still an Excellent Option by Dr. Raimund Voelker
  • Current Positive Results of Hip Resurfacing - Experienced Hip Resurfacing Surgeons Respond to Negative Media Attack on Hip Resurfacing 2012
  • Results of Hip Resurfacing at the Cleveland Clinic Dr. Brooks 2012
  • The Durability of Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Gross 2012
  • Hip resurfacing: The metal-on-metal bearing material is not the problem by Dr. Amstutz
  • Cementless Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Julien Girard 2012
  • Dr. Su responds to the recent Lancet article
  • BHR Study Shows it is Much More Successful Than Other Hip Resurfacing Devices
  • Running is Possible after Hip Resurfacing Study
  • Mr. McMinn Addresses Negative Press about Hip Resurfacing
  • Survivorship Rates for Hip Resurfacing from National Registries 2011
  • What is the Best Bone Fixation Type by Dr. Gross 2011
  • What is the Best Bearing Type by Dr. Gross 2011
  • Smith & Nephew Press Conference about the Safety and Effectiveness of Hip Resurfacing with the BHR - Review by Patricia Walter
  • 10 years of BHR History and Data
  • X-ray of BHR vs THR
  • Hip Resurfacing vs Total Hip Replacement Illustration
  • What is the Most Popular Hip Resurfacing Device?
  • Joint Replacement Registry Created 2009
  • FDA Approvals of Hip Resurfacing Devices
  • Mr. Derek McMinn's BHR Description
  • Description of Hip Resurfacing Devices
  • Should You Have Uncemented Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Gross
  • Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing by Mr. McMinn
  • Cormet vs BHR by Dr. Stulberg
  • Hip Resurfacing Article by Dr. Bala
  • Dr. Mont's  Hip Resurfacing Video
  • Mr. Derek McMinn's Videos about the BHR
  • First 100 Surgeries by Dr. Rubinstein
  • What is Femoro-Acetabular Impingement or FAI
  • Hip Resurfacing Information
  • Smith & Nephew Description of BHR
  • FAQ by Dr. Amstutz
  • Bone Cysts by Dr. Rubinstein
  • MRI after hip resurfacing by Dr. Rubinstein
  • BHMR Comparison to BHR and THR
  • Birmingham Mid Head Resection prosthesis (BMHR)
  • Radiation Therapy for HR by Dr. Bala
  • Description by Wright Medical
  • Bone Cysts by Dr. Rubinstein
  • Complications from Surgery by Dr. Stachniw
  • Unusual Hip Resurfacing Procedures
  • Hip Resurfacing Explanation by Patricia Walter
• Hip Resurfacing Articles - General Information
  • Stepping Out- Hip Resurfacing by Dee Grider 2012
  • Don't Take Chances after Hip Resurfacing Surgery
  • How Fast Will I Recover?
  • What if I Have a Skin Allergy?
  • What Equipment Will I Need At Home After Surgery
  • Pregnancy and Hip Resurfacing
  • Hip Resurfacing by Dr. De Smet
  • Patient Selection for Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Beaule
  • Don't Wait Too Long for A Hip Resurfacing by Ian Munro
  • Observing a Live BHR Surgery by Dr. Kusuma 2011 by Patricia Walter
  • Who is the Perfect Hip Resurfacing Candidate by Patricia Walter
  • 2nd Annual Hip Resurfacing Course 2008 by Patricia Walter
  • Why I Chose a Hip Resurfacing by Patricia Walter
  • Belgium and My BHR Book by Patricia Walter
  • Choosing Hip Resurfacing by Pat Dukes
  • Complications of Surgery
  • Patient Selection and Surgical Technique
  • Dr. Leith Stewart Teaching BHR Surgery to Doctors
  • What if a patient can't receive a hip resurfacing?
  • Searching Techniques for Medical Information
• Hip Resurfacing Devices
  • Corin Minihip
  • Adept Hip by Finsbury
  • BHR - Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System by Smith & Nephew
  • Biomet ReCap Total Hip Resurfacing System
  • Conserve Plus by Wright Medical Technologies Inc.
  • Cormet by Corin LTD. Marketed by Stryker in the US
  •  DynaMoM hip resurfacing device (Tornier) by J Girard, MD, MsC.
  • Durom Hip Resurfacing Device by Zimmer
  • ESKA-Bionik-System Hip Resurfacing System
  • BMHR - Birmingham Mid Head Resection by Smith & Nephew
  • Mitch Per Mini-Hip Implant
  • Endure Device under Development 2012
• Hip Resurfacing Problems
  • ASR Trial Begins January 2013
  • Anne's BHR Revision of BHR Prof. Richardson 2011
  • Mitch's Psoas Tendon Issue
  • Melissa's BHR Revision to THR with Dr. Ball 2011
  • Andrew's Resurfacing & Nerve Damage 2010
  • Paula's Revision of ASR to THR 2010
  • Bill's Revision Conserve Plus to THR 2010
  • Flame's Revision from BHR to THR 2010
  • Bill's Revision of C+ to THR Due to AVN 2010
  • Bob Russel's Infection and Revision of BHR to THR 2009
  • Wilma Romers Metal Allergy & Revision 2009
  • Peg's Partial Dislocation Feb. 2009
  • Dwight's Infection and Revision to a THR 2008
  • Zimmer Durom Letter About Acetabular Cups 2008
  • Dr. Dorr Memo to American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons about the Durom Cup by Zimmer 2008
  • John's BHR Revision to a THR
  • Jane's BHR Revision to a THR
  • Groin Pain Discussion and Solutions
  • Wendy's Revision after Metal Allergy 1 year post op
  • Pseudotumours after Hip Resurfacing
  • Linda's Dislocation Story
  • Ted Wilson's Revision from ASR to THR Dr. Greidanus
  • FDA to Stryker: Fix hip implant flaws
  • Mr. McMinns Response to Corin's Double Heat Treating of Cormet Device
  • Lizzy's Metal Allergy and Revision 2 years post op
  • Meg's Metal Allergy and Revision 2 years post op
  • Jim's Revision After 5 1/2 Years
  • Slipped or Loose Cups by Dr. Bose
  • Dislocations by Dr. Bose
  • BHR Recall August 2007
• Hip Resurfacing Survey
  • Yahoo Surface Hippy Survey Page 1
  • Yahoo Surface Hippy Survey Page 2
• Hip Resurfacing Book
• Hip Resurfacing Terms
• Hip Resurfacing and Pregnancy
  • Metal Ions and Pregnancy
  • Hip Resurfacing and Pregnancy
• HR vs Hemi Resurfacing
• Hip Stories
• Hip Talk Discussion Group
• How To Articles - After Hip Resurfacing
  • Hip Resurfacing and Sexual Positions after Surgery
  • Precautions after hip resurfacing surgery
  • How to Use a Walker
  • How to Use Crutches
  • How to Use a Cane
  • Using Stairs with Cane and Crutches
  • Getting in and out of bed after hip resurfacing
  • Getting in and out of the car after a hip resurfacing
  • How to Use Trekking Poles by Ann Caviness
• Incision Length
  • Incision Length by Dr. De Smet
  • Incision Length by Dr. Lichtblau
  • Incision Length by Dr. Bose
• Insurance Appeal Information
  • D. Browns Insurance Appeal letters 2007
  • Rod Windle Insurance Appeal Letter 2007
  • Michelle's Insurance Information 2006
  • Lori H  Appeal Letters 2006
  • Roger Linfield 2005
  • John Williamson 2005
  • Alan Ray 2004
  • Anthem BCBS Policy
  • HealthNet National Policy on Hip Resurfacing
• Medical Studies - Hip Resurfacing Device Studies
  • Tissue Damage from Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants Appears Before Pain Symptoms Appear Medical Study 2013
  • The ten-year survival of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Device 2012
  • Study finds hip resurfacing offers clinical benefits over total hip replacement 2011
  • Presentation - A Safe Zone for Acetabular Component Position in Metal-on-metal Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty Thomas P. Gross, MD (d), Fei Liu, PhD (d) 2012
  • Incidence of Adverse Wear Reactions in Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty: A Comparison with the Oxford Study by Thomas P. Gross, MD (d), Fei Liu, PhD

  • Refined Intraoperative X-ray Technique to Routinely Achieve an Acetabular Inclination Angle < 50º Thomas P. Gross, MD (d), Fei Liu, PhD (d) 2012
  • Corin Cormet 11 Year Follow-Up Study by Dr. Gross
  • The outcomes of Cormet hip resurfacing compared to standard primary total hip arthroplasty Costa CR, Johnson AJ, Naziri Q, Mont MA. 2011
  • Birmingham Hip Metal-on-Metal Resurfacing - 94.5% Ten-Year Survival
  • Study - How metal-on-metal total hip replacements are failing in patients around the country 2012
  • Hip Resurfacing With the Biomet Hybrid ReCap-Magnum System: 7-Year Results by Dr. Gross Oct 27, 2012
  • Lubricant in hip resurfacing devices found to be graphite, not proteins study 2011
  • Hip Resurfacing provides more normal gait than THR
  • New Data Reinforces the Proven Safety and Effectiveness of the BIRMINGHAM HIP Resurfacing System
  • The Influence of Head Size and Sex on the Outcome of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing 2010
  • BHR 5 Year Study 2008
  • Surgeon's Perspective about the BHR vs the Conserve Plus by Dr. De Smet 2008
  • 6 Year Australian BHR Study 2007
  • BHR Failure Rates According to McMinn Website 2006
  • Conserve 3-9 Year Study by Dr. Amstutz, Duff, Campbell & Dorey
  • Birmingham Hip Resurfacing 5 year Study by Mr. Fordyce 2008
  • Cormet Study Results from 2001
  • 8 Year BHR Survival Study by Dr. McMinn 2003
• Medical Studies - Doctor Experience & Leaning Curve Studies
  • Dr. Su's Hip Resurfacing Retention Rate Study 2011
  • Low-volume surgeons showed a 2-fold increase in risk for poor cup malpositioning compared with high-volume surgeons study
  • Hospitals more specialized in orthopedic surgery show better outcomes for hip and knee replacement 2010
  • The Learning Curve for Adopting Hip Resurfacing Among Hip
    Specialists 2009
  • Outcome of hip resurfacing may be dependent on experience - Medical Study by Dr. Shimmin 2009
  • Does computer-assisted surgery improve accuracy and decrease the learning curve in hip resurfacing? A radiographic analysis 2008
  • Learning Curve for Surgeons Using BHR for Hip Resurfacing 2007
  • Imageless Navigation in hip resurfacing: Avoiding Component Malposition During the Surgeon Learning Curve 2008
  • Surgeon Experience and THR Revision Study 2004
• Medical Studies - Surgical Approaches to Hip Resurfacing
  • X-ray Technique to Routinely Achieve an Acetabular Inclination Angle < 50º by Thomas P. Gross 2012
  • Incidence of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve neuropraxia after anterior approach hip arthroplasty Medical Study 2010
  • Staples significantly increase risk of postoperative infection study 2010
  • A Modified Posterior Approach Preserves Femoral Head Oxgenation During Hip Resurfacing 2010
  • Imageless computer navigation without pre-operative templating may lead to malpreparation of the femoral head in hip resurfacing 2009
  • Anterolateral Approach for Hip Resurfacing Study 2008
  • Clinical experience of Ganz surgical dislocation approach for metal-on-metal hip resurfacing 2009
  • Hip Resurfacing through an Anterolateral Approach with Cormet Device 2008
  • Computer Assisted Surgery vs Tradition Surgery Medical Study 2009
  • Surgical Robot Assisting in Hip Resurfacing Operations UK 2008
• Medical Studies - Metal Ions & Pseudotumors Studies
  • Metal ion release following hip replacement not strongly related to patient activity medical study 2010
  • The controversy regarding adverse wear in metal-metal bearings by Dr. Gross 2010
  • Metal ion release following hip replacement not strongly related to patient activity medical study 2010
  • Risk Factors for Inflammatory Pseudotumour Formation Study 2009
  • Blood metal ion concentrations after hip resurfacing arthroplasty - A Comparative Study of ASR Articular Surface Replacement and BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasties 2009
  • Soft Tissue Reactions to Metal-on-Metal Arthroplasty Due Mostly to Increased Bearing Surface Wear 2009
  • Revision of metal-on-metal resurfacing arthroplasty of the hip  - The Influence of Malpositioning of the Components 2008
  • 6 Year Results of Metal Ion Study in Young Patients with Hip Resurfacing 2009
  • Resurfacing Arthroplasty for Patients with Osteonecrosis 2008
  • The effect of component size and orientation on the concentrations of metal ions after hip resurfacing 2008
  • The Influence of Head Diameter, Clearance, Cup Position, and Head Position on Wear Rates in Metal-on-Metal Resurfacing 2008
  • Metal-on-Metal Hip Resurfacing: The Effect of Component Position and Size on the Range of Motion to Impingement 2006
  • Causes of Early Failure in a Multicenter Clinical Trial of Hip Resurfacing 2008
  • Distribution of Chromium and Cobalt Ions in Various Blood Fractions After Resurfacing Hip Arthroplasty 2006
• Medical Studies - General Hip Resurfacing Studies
  • Hip Resurfacing vs THR gait study 2012
  • Excessive sporting activity may impair long-term success of hip resurfacing Study 2012
  • BMD Better Preserved with Resurfacing Arthroplasty than THA Medical Study 2012
  • Medical Study - A Safe Zone for Acetabular Component Position in Metal-On-Metal Hip Resurfacing
    Arthroplasty - THOMAS P. GROSS, MD, FEI LIU 2012
  • Patients Report Improvement in Quality of Life and Satisfaction After Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty 2012
    Study: Groin Pain Improves over time 2012
  • Adoption of Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty at Hospital for Special Surgery by Dr. Su 2012
  • Is there added risk in resurfacing a femoral head with cysts? by Thomas P Gross and Fei Liu 2011
  • Does commitment to rehabilitation influence the clinical outcome of total hip resurfacing arthroplasty study 2010
  • The Influence of Head Size and Sex on the Outcome of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing 2010
  • A Consensus From The Advanced Hip Resurfacing Course, Ghent, June 2009 About Metal-on Metal Hip Resurfacing
  • Bone density of the femoral neck following Birmingham Hip Resurfacing  A 2-year prospective study in 27 hips 2009
  • Initial American Experience with Hip Resurfacing Following
    FDA Approval 2009
  • Patients' Perceptions of Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty 2009
  • The painful metal-on-metal hip resurfacing 2009
  • Acoustic Phenomena in Hip Resurfacing By Dr. De Smet & Dr. Calistri 2009
  • Prevalence of associated deformities and hip pain in patients with cam-type femoroacetabular impingement 2009
  • Is Patient Selection Important for Hip Resurfacing? 2008
  • A randomized study comparing resection of acetabular bone at resurfacing and total hip replacement by P.-A. Vendittoli, M. Lavigne, J. Girard, A. G. Roy 2006
  • Return to Sport After Hip Resurfacing or Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Prospective Randomized Study by M. Lavigne,* V. Masse,* J Girard,†AG Roy,* P. A. Vendittoli* 2008
  • Sports After Hip Resurfacing Study 2007
  • Biomechanical reconstruction of the hip - A Randomized Study Comparing Total Hip Resurfacing and Total Hip Arthroplasty by J. Girard, M. Lavigne, P.-A. Vendittoli, A. G. Roy 2006
  • Rush University Medical Center Study Finds More Complications in Women and in Males Over the Age of 55 2008
  • Patients over 60 years old do as well as younger hip resurfacing patients 2008
  • Resurfacing when THR can't be done 2008
  • Hip Resurfacing Femoral Neck Fracture Influenced by Valgus Placement 2008
  • Femur Neck Fracture Study by Dr. Amstutz, Campbell & Le Duff 2004
  • Femur Neck Fracture Study by Dr. Shimmin 2005
  • Gait Study HR vs THR by Dr. Mont, Starr, Bhave & Ragland 2006
  • Computer Model of Hip Resurfacing vs Total Hip Replacement 2004
  • Back Pain and AVN 2007
• Medical Studies - Cementless and Cemented Studies
  • Mr. McMinn Cementless Resurfacing - 20 year results
  • 2 Year Uncemented Study by Dr. Gross 2010
  • 7 Year Uncemented Study for Hip Resurfacing By Dr. Gross 2008
  • Analysis of Cement Penetration in Hip Resurfacing 2007
  • Cement Penetration in Femoral Head Study 2006
• Metal Allergies
  • Metal Allergies Discussed by Dr. Jacobs 2012
  • Metal Allergies to Join Replacements by Pat Campbell
  • If I Have Skin Allergies, Can I Have a Resurfacing
  • Metal Allergies to Chrome and Cobalt
• Metal Ion Information
  • Metal Ion Testing by Dr. Su 2013
  • Peter Kay Response to Metal Ion Level Test for MOM in UK after FDA update 2013
  • Safe upper limit metal ion levels for hip resurfacings 2012
  • Metal on Metal Revision Parameters by Dr. Schmalzried
  • Mr. McMinn Discusses Metal Ions and Hip Resurfacing 2010
  • Analysis of wear of retrieved metal-on-metal hip resurfacing implants revised due to pseudotumours Study 2010
  • Blood metal ion concentrations after hip resurfacing arthroplasty - A Comparative Study of ASR Articular Surface Replacement and BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasties 2009
  • High Metal Ions, Pseudotumors, Metalosis &
    ALVAL by Patricia Walter and Hip Resurfacing Surgeons 2008
  • Painful Hip Resurfacing & High Metal Ions Study 2009
  • Metal Ions - A Scientific Review by Biomet Orthopedics, Inc 2009
  • Metal Ions and Correlation Between Inclination of
    Acetabular Component Study 2008
  • The Influence of Malpositioning of Components in
    Hip Resurfacing Study by Dr. De Smet et. al 2008.
  • Metal ion levels in the blood of patients after hip resurfacing: a comparison between twenty-eight and thirty-six-millimeter-head metal-on-metal prostheses. 2008
  • Chromium and cobalt ion release following the Durom
    high carbon content, forged metal-on-metal hip resurfacing 2007
  • The effect of component size and orientation on the concentrations
    of metal ions after resurfacing arthroplasty of the hip by Mr. Nargol 2008
  • Exercise-related rise in plasma cobalt levels after metal-on-metal hip resurfacing
  • 4 Year Metal Ion Study by McMinn 2007
  • Metal Ion Study with Triathlete 2007
  • Metal Ion Study for Cormet 2002
  • Cobalt And Chromium Ion Levels in Hip Resurfacing Patients
  • Metal Ions by Mr. McMinn 2006
  • Hip Resurfacing, Pregnancy & Metal Ion Issue
  • Frequently Asked Questions about MOM Articulation by Wright Medical
• National Registries
  • Summary of 2012 Hip Resurfacing Information from Australian National Joint Replacement Registry by Patricia Walter
  • Summary of 2011 Hip Resurfacing Information from Australian National Joint Replacement Registry by Patricia Walter
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2011 Report
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2010 Repor
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2009 Summary
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2009 Report
  • Australian National Joint Replacement 2009 Demographics of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2008 Summary
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2008 Report
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2007
  • Australian National Joint Replacement Registry 2006
• Pat's Corner - By Patricia Walter
  • 3rd Annual Hip Resurfacing Course 2009 by Patricia Walter
  • High Metal Ions, Pseudotumors, Metalosis & ALVAL by Patricia Walter and Hip Resurfacing Surgeons
  • Who is the Perfect Hip Resurfacing Candidate by Patricia Walter
  • 2nd Annual Hip Resurfacing Course 2008 by Patricia Walter
  • What is Hip Resurfacing?
  • Why I Maintain the Website
  • How Can You Help Support the Website?
  • How To Select a Surgeon?
  • How Fast Will I Recover?
  • What if I have an Allergy to Metals?
  • What Equipment Will I Need After Surgery?
  • Questions to Ask Your Hip Resurfacing Surgeon
  • Why I Chose A Hip Resurfacing by Patricia Walter
• Physical Therapy Articles
  • Psoas Tendonitis Treatment by Peter Schultz DPT, OCS
  • Exercises for Hip Resurfacing Patients Returning to Sports by
    Peter Schultz
  • Return to Golf Following Hip Surgery by by Peter Schultz
  • Pre-op exercises by Peter Schultz
  • Post Op Exercises from the McMinn Center Video
  • Water Therapy and Pool Exercises by Patricia Walter
  • Evelyne's Water Exercises for De Smet Patients
  • Early Post-Op Exercises
  • 90-90 Quad-Psoas Stretch
  • Phonophoresis
• Post Op Issues
  • Jury returned a verdict today in favor of DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. Concerning ASR in 2nd Trial 4/16/2013
  • Running after Hip Resurfacing - Comments by Experienced Hip Resurfacing Surgeons
  • Smith & Nephew Announcement about THR femur component for BHR revisions 9/2012
  • Antibiotics and Hip Surgery Guidelines by the American Dental Association and Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Updated 12/8/2012
  • Why Do I Feel Depressed or Sad after Surgery?
  • If I Have Skin Allergies, Can I Have a Resurfacing
  • Bone Healing by Dr. Broder
  • Physical Therapy Articles
  • What Equipment Will I Need At Home After Surgery?
  • How Do I Use Crutches, Walkers and Canes?
  • Groin Pain - Why do I have it and What Can I Do?
  • Swelling of Hip and Leg
  • How Fast Will I Recover?
  • Blood Clots, Thinners and TEDs by Dr. McGrory
  • Blood Thinners by Dr. Rubinstein
  • TEDS
  • Antibiotics-Dental Work
  • Sex after Hip Resurfacing Articles
    Hip Resurfacing and Sexual Positions by Dr. Wallskog
    Sexual Function Improves Significantly after Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery - More females report improvement
• Questions to Ask Your Surgeon
• Radiation Therapy
• Recovery Issues
• Steroid Treatment for Hips
  • Cortisone Injections Can Help or Harm
  • Long Term Steroid Use and AVN
  • Cortisone Injections by Dr. Balasubramanian
  • Prednisone Side Effects
  • Cortisone Damage is Extensive
  • Cortisone Dangers
  • Cortisone and Cognitive Damage Study
  • Corticosteroid Induced Osteoporosis
  • Corticosteroid Induced Osteoporosis Study
  • Prednisone and Massage
• Surface Hippy Survey
• Surface Hippy Videos
  • Doctor Interviews by Patricia Walter
  • Doctor Interview Videos
  • Hip Resurfacing Videos
  • Post Op Recovery Videos
  • Athletes Videos
  • Hip Resurfacing Surgery Videos
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