Birmingham Hip Resurfacing
An Overview of the Procedure

An exciting new alternative to total hip replacement is now available in the United States. "This is one of the most exciting procedures I've seen in years," explains Dr. Rogerson. "I see hip resurfacing as the ideal solution for many young, active patients who suffer from hip pain. We are seeing patients who through either extremely physical work or leisure develop arthritic hip pain. They don't intend to slow down. The Birmingham hip resurfacing technique is an alternative to total hip replacement that accommodates both age and lifestyle. In the past I've even encouraged patients to seek treatment in Belgium because I didn't want them to have to wait any longer for this great option. Now they can be treated close to home."

Used successfully for years around the globe, the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System has recently been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in the United States. Now, patients suffering from hip pain due to arthritis, dysplasia or avascular necrosis can benefit from its conservative approach to treatment.

The bone-conserving approach of hip resurfacing 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, highly finished cobalt chrome, it has the potential to last longer than traditional hip implants.

In fact, a 1,626-hip study of the effectiveness of the technique found that 99.5% of patients responded they were "Pleased" or "Extremely pleased" with the results of their Birmingham Hip Resurfacing surgery.

We invite you to read the overview sections listed at left for details about hip resurfacing.

5/5/2008