Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) Technique in Live Webcast

Shawnee Mission Medical Center will showcase a new, less invasive approach to hip replacement during a live surgical Webcast on Wednesday, September 20, at 7 p.m.
During the Webcast, Scott Cook, MD, will perform the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) technique. Cook is one of just 40 doctors in the United States trained to do the procedure.

Rather than replacing the entire hip joint, as in a total hip replacement, hip resurfacing simply shaves and caps a few centimeters of bone within the joint. The bone-conserving approach of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System preserves more of the patient's natural bone structures and stability, covering the joint's surfaces with an all-metal implant that more closely resembles a tooth cap than a hip implant. This approach reduces the post-operative risks of dislocation and inaccurate leg length, and because the all-metal implant is made from tough, smooth cobalt chrome, it has the potential to last longer than traditional hip implants, which involved the removal of the entire femoral head and neck. The Birmingham Hip resurfacing technique, however, leaves the head and neck untouched.

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[fojoman69]

Im 50 years old and had the BHR surgery 2 weeks ago and am already cleared to return to work. No walker or cane needed at this point and am walking almost 100 percent. Just continue to to do my post op stretches and excersises and should be 100 percent in another 2 weeks. Couldn't be happier. Thanks to Dr. Jeff mendelson in Livonia Michigan. The whole staff was a huge help with my recovery and explaining the whole procedure and after care. Look forward to riding the Harley this coming summer!

[Algebrator]

I am 52 years old. I had BOTH HIPS replaced last year using the Hannah table and a TOTAL REPLACEMENT! I CAN walk again. It is life changing!!!!!

[dendadenisa]

i have one and is great. it is a good medical stuff that give my life back.

[regiart]

Nicky...I would ask about the MITCH hip, many surgeons are being trained to do these now. It's for young people and active over 60's. My husband had one 6 weeks ago and it's has all gone really well, he can walk without a stick as from today and has permission to swim and cycle!

[Nick100606]

We live in Australia & my husband was told this was the only operation he could have for his hip due to his age (42yrs). He's been told to wait a year & get back to the surgeon to let him know if he really wants this. I'm wondering why he would say this, should I be worried? My husband's in so much pain he can barely walk. Can anyone please tell me if I should be pushing the Dr to get it done sooner as he's been like this for 2 years now? Nicky

[alfie101100]

hi my husband had this op 3 months ago and is still suffering we have had a follow up and all appears ok have you had a grinding metal feeling??

[midlifeflyer]

I had this surgery 3 months ago. I'm absolutely amazed. I expect to be back to tennis this summer and skiing next winter.

[JOHNDC10]

i had a leg 6cm shorter than the other. after my total hip replacement i was on top of the world.all you folks that say you are afraid, put this to the back of your mind, after the op you will feel on to of the world and give you back thye gift of pain free walking

[hughstjust]

I had this surgery 3 months ago in the UK and am entirely satisfied thusfar. Revison rates for McMinn 10 years out are less than 1% so like all good surgery - it lasts!

[catspussycat]

Well, after being in pain for 3 years, the remote possibility of having a reaction to metal ions in 20 years seems less present than being hit by a bus or dying from lightning. What I want is to LIVE TODAY! Whatever happens tomorrow... is in the distant future!