any other pre or post hip implant folks out there?

[Proactive]

It's official, will be undergoing bilateral hip resurfacing surgery in late July. Doc is going to install the Cormet implants in both hips, surgery will take around 3 hrs. I chose resurfacing as opposed to total implant due to my stats,  mainly  my young age---in osteoarthritis years (g)..I'm 51 (male, solid bones, no metal allergies, etc). This procedure preserves more of the bone, something to consider in the event I outlive the life of the implants and require further replacement down the road..Thought I would pass along an excellent patient site on hip implants I stumbled on.
Pro
Hip resurfacing:
http://www.surfacehippy.info/index.php

and a sister site for THR (total hip replacement):
http://www.surfacehippy.info/thrinformation.php

[carolanivey]

Thanks for the info. I've had both hips replaced the "old fashioned way" - at age 37 and 40, respectively. I had avascular necrosis and my hips were too far gone for replaning or the newer implants that remove less bone. I have restrictions, of course, but my quality of life is a thousand times better than before surgery. :)  There are so may new techniques out there now, I'm glad there are more choices for younger people with hip pain.

[MrsTig]

Hi- I had my first resurfacing in Jan 2002 at age 39 / second in Dec 2006. I was almost unable to walk before the first surgery. It is a wonderful procedure and, touch wood, I've been able to lead as active a life as before. I workout 4-5 times a week, cycle & ski. The only thing I don't do is run or high impact aerobics.

Good luck with your surgery!

Good luck with your surgery

[txsilver]

Thanks for sharing!  For what it is worth, I think you are taking the right approach by opting for resurfacing especially at your age.  A story of success, my father-in-law had a hip replacement and now he walks 2 miles twice a day and goes dancing regularly.  He is in his seventies and participates in a hip-hop dance class.