What does BHRB mean in UNCLASSIFIED

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing is a type of hip replacement surgery used to resurface the arthritic or damaged surfaces of the hip joint using an artificial material. The aim of the procedure is to reduce pain and improve mobility for people suffering from arthritis, osteoporosis, or other hip-related conditions.

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing has been safely performed for over 20 years and it has been shown to have excellent long term results when performed by an experienced surgeon. The surgery also has several advantages over other types of hip replacement surgeries as it preserves more natural bone than some alternative procedures.

Patients must be assessed on an individual basis in order to determine if they are eligible for BHR. Generally speaking, candidates should be between 45-65 years old with good bone quality and still have sufficient cartilage remaining in their joint. Other factors such as activity level and weight will also be taken into consideration when determining eligibility.

During a BHR procedure, the surgeon will remove damaged portions of the head and neck of the femur (thighbone) which will then be replaced with specially shaped metal components that mimic natural anatomy while also preserving adequate bone stock and providing improved stability in this area of your body. Additionally, a plastic liner is inserted into the socket component of your joint in order to create a smooth gliding surface for your new joint throughout its range of motion.

Recovery time after surgery can vary greatly depending on age and health status however most patients start off walking with assistance within 1 — 3 days after surgery with progressive increase in physical activity as physical therapy progresses safely over time until full independence is achieved post-operatively.