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Successful Hip Anterior Arthroplasty Surgery Restores Professional Dancer’s Power and Confidence

“Today, I dance without restraint, free from the nagging feeling of discomfort, relishing every moment, and enjoying my passion to the fullest.”

Loretta teaches jazz dance at City Dance Studios in San Francisco. She takes classes, performs, as well as teaches as much as five days a week post-hip surgery.

Understanding Groin Pain as a Potential Indicator for Hip Replacement Surgery

When patients seek medical attention with complaints of persistent groin pain and stiffness, it often signifies an underlying issue – hip osteoarthritis. But what exactly is hip osteoarthritis, and how can it be addressed through hip replacement surgery?

Sharon- Walking, Farming, and Enjoying Daily Activities After Double Hip Replacement

With both of her hips replaced by Dr. Mast, a groundbreaking procedure she had never heard of before, Sharon has embraced a new lease on life. She’s now free from pain. Today, Sharon bravely shares her transformative journey, aiming to inspire others grappling with similar pain and immobility.

Serge – riding motocross and competing in Jiu-Jitsu after Hip Surgery and Subtrochanteric Osteotomy

Serge’s story is a true testament to the transformative power of modern medicine and dedicated expert surgeons like Dr. Nicholas Mast. Serge’s hip surgery, including a Subtrochanteric Osteotomy, has not only corrected his physical condition but also reignited his passion for an active life.

John – skiing and playing tennis 3 months after anterior hip replacement

Arthritis runs in John’s family. But at 75 years young and an active sportsman he wasn’t ready to give up his favorite activities. Three months after his hip replacement he was hitting tennis balls and was back on the snow.

Who is a candidate for anterior hip replacement?

The short answer is almost everybody is a candidate for anterior approach hip replacement.

The Anterior Hip Replacement Bikini Incision

Bikini incisions aren’t just cosmetically less noticeable, they also heal better than standard incisions in patients with skin folds.

Dawn’s rapid recovery following anterior hip replacement

After two decades, I can bend over without my back going out. It makes me tear up with gratitude. I love this surgeon. I feel grateful that he worked so hard, learned so much, and cares so deeply about healing people.”

Katy’s transformative simultaneous bilateral anterior hip replacement

“Anyone who is questioning or nervous about getting a hip replacement, don’t spend any more of your life in pain or with limitations. There is so much life ahead of you. Thank you Dr. Mast”

Steve Wozniak’s anterior hip replacement journey

Woz shares details of his experience of anterior hip replacement with the SF Hip & Pelvis Institute, his surgery and rapid recovery.