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Can I play sports after a joint resurfacing procedure?

Yes. All but contact sports are allowed and encouraged.

Will my new joint last as long as I do?

In the vast majority of cases the answer is yes.

Will I still have my knee ligaments with a knee resurfacing procedure?

If your ligaments are present (or have been reconstructed) they will be preserved to give your knee full stability.

How many resurfacing procedures have you performed?

14,206 resurfacing and replacement procedures. We perform cross linked polyethylene resurfacing every week.

When did you complete your BHR training?

In 2006 (before the US release). I originally learned hip resurfacing from Dr. Townley in the 1980s.

Surgery

Will my surgery be less invasive?

Yes, new techniques limit the extent of surgery from what was done just a few years ago.

Will I receive new technology?

Yes. A joint made of a new super metal, ceramic or ultra high molecular weight polyethylene will be used.

What it the risk of infection?

This is less than 1%.

Will my joint be replaced?

No. Your joint will be resurfaced. The old term is still often used but almost all your bone is kept and only the damaged surface is replaced.

Will I need a blood transfusion or do you use a blood salvaging technique?

Rarely is this necessary anymore. No blood donation is necessary. Blood transfusions are not necessary.

Which hospital will be used?

Swedish Orthopedic Institute but for Cash Payment Cases: ProMed Ambulatory Surgery Center in Bellevue.

Recovery

How long will I be in the hospital?

Hip Resurfacing is now an Outpatient Procedure. This has worked out very well with even fewer complications and a quicker recovery.

How long will I be away from work?

For sedentary jobs just a couple of weeks. For heavy work 4 to 6 weeks is recommended.

How long will I be in bed after surgery?

Just a matter of hours as they effects of anesthesia wear off. You can use your new joint right away.

Will my hip come out of joint after a resurfacing procedure?

There is a very small chance this could occur and only with an unusual movement or injury.