Cycling with an artificial hip

"Mike Sales" wrote in message news:46b8b9ab$0$1449

And can I get one in
titanium and carbon?

Try the Shimano catalogue.

In article , Mike
Sales wrote:
My GP is referring me to a specialist and believes a new hip might
be a solution to my problem. I was convinced by doctors that it was
not a good idea thirty-five years ago. I have managed quite well
with the original joint, until now. So my question is, does anyone
have any knowledge, anecdotal or otherwise, about people cycling
with an artificial hip?

I had a THR almost 4 years ago at age 62. Except for the first night
it has been brilliant.

And can I get one in titanium and carbon?

Don't know - the surgeon fitted what he thought was the best.

Thanks to all who replied, especially Peter Keller and Sandy.
It sounds as if I might have a good chance of a good result. A
transformation like yours would be marvellous. I have heard that the choice
of model can be important, so it is interesting that Peter mentions his.
My joint is too damaged for the surface treatment, Tony, I'm afraid.

Mike Sales

Mike Sales wrote:

My joint is too damaged for the surface treatment, Tony, I'm afraid.


Is that your assumption or the opinion of a consultant familiar with
resurfacing? If the former then don't assume until a consultant who
knows about it has had a chance to express an opinion. Also don't
accept an opinion from someone that does not do resurfacing as they
won't have the experience to make an informed assessment. If it can be
done it really is worth it as it avoids many of the problems of a total
hip replacement.

Tony

"Tony Raven" wrote Mike Sales wrote:

My joint is too damaged for the surface treatment, Tony, I'm afraid.


Is that your assumption or the opinion of a consultant familiar with
resurfacing? If the former then don't assume until a consultant who knows
about it has had a chance to express an opinion. Also don't accept an
opinion from someone that does not do resurfacing as they won't have the
experience to make an informed assessment. If it can be done it really is
worth it as it avoids many of the problems of a total hip replacement.


It is my assumption, I have seen my X rays, and read my notes. I forget the
name for that part of the femur where it angles inwards before ending at the
ball, but about half of it is missing. I may be wrong, but I assumed that
this needs more than surface repair. I also seem to remember that the socket
part is pretty rough too.
Thanks for bringing this treatment to my notice. I hadn't heard of it,
and if my new consultant doesn't bring it up I will.
Mike Sales

Mike Sales wrote:

It is my assumption, I have seen my X rays, and read my notes. I forget the
name for that part of the femur where it angles inwards before ending at the
ball, but about half of it is missing. I may be wrong, but I assumed that
this needs more than surface repair. I also seem to remember that the socket
part is pretty rough too.

Those points are not relevant to resurfacing which cuts back and bonds a
metal shell onto the ball and a metal cup into the socket. Its still a
metal to metal joint but the big advantage is the ball surface is bonded
to the bone over a large area and the junction is only lightly stressed
in use. The total hip replacement insets a peg down the inside of the
femur with the ball at the end. That places a lot of load on the joint
between the peg and the bone and getting a good durable joint that
doesn't loosen over time is a challenge.

Tony

"Tony Raven" wrote
Mike Sales wrote:

It is my assumption, I have seen my X rays, and read my notes. I forget
the name for that part of the femur where it angles inwards before ending
at the ball, but about half of it is missing. I may be wrong, but I
assumed that this needs more than surface repair. I also seem to remember
that the socket part is pretty rough too.

Those points are not relevant to resurfacing which cuts back and bonds a
metal shell onto the ball and a metal cup into the socket. Its still a
metal to metal joint but the big advantage is the ball surface is bonded
to the bone over a large area and the junction is only lightly stressed in
use. The total hip replacement insets a peg down the inside of the femur
with the ball at the end. That places a lot of load on the joint between
the peg and the bone and getting a good durable joint that doesn't loosen
over time is a challenge.

That is interesting. I will certainly discuss it with the guy. I always find
my doctors convincing, so any knowledge I take into the consultation helps
me make an independent decision.
I am starting to allow myself to imagine a future with a better hip. If it
worked as well as Peter's and Sandy's my life would be transformed. Its
interesting though. Its the gammy hip that got me into cycling, and I
certainly don't regret that.

Mike Sales

Ric wrote:
"Mike Sales" wrote in message
news:46b8b9ab$0$1449
And can I get one in
titanium and carbon?

Try the Shimano catalogue.

Be warned that you'll need a special tool to get it out and the parts
aren't serviceable.

The Campagnolo ones seem to have a dedicated fanbase, but the clicking
noise is much louder.


-dan