I am a 50 year old former Rugby player, who had hip replacement 6 years ago - performed by Dr. Pellicci (who told me my life style would not change). He was right. Sept 16th, 2012 I am entered for the Iron Man Wales (2.4 mile swim - 112 Mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run). The whole process at HSS was fantastic - If you lie in pain each night because of your hips, just get it replaced.