Hip-hop legend and radio host, Big Tigger, who is known for his Atlanta radio show and BET hit TV show, "Rap City: Tha Basement" is usually all smiles and sharing the latest and greatest in hip hop. But just yesterday, the he has just undergone hip surgery.
On his Instagram post yesterday, Big Tigger posted a video saying, "I survived 😳🤪😁... Thank you all for your prayers and well wishes... Much love to Dr. Bradbury and the entire staff at #EmoryHospital... #SmockGang #ATL #GangstaLimp #BrandNewHip"
Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which a doctor surgically removes a painful hip joint with arthritis and replaces it with an artificial joint often made from metal and plastic components. It usually is done when all other treatment options have failed to provide adequate pain relief.
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Many people have hip arthritis, but it can be difficult to know when the right time to have a hip replacement surgery is. Furthermore, there is confusion about what to expect from hip replacement surgery.
In a hip replacement procedure, your surgeon removes the damaged joint surface and replaces it with an artificial implant.
A total hip replacement is a major surgery, and deciding to have the surgery done is a big decision. You have to consider whether you're too young for a hip replacement and you're likely to need to have it redone. But there can be consequences in delaying joint replacement surgery. As well, older age is a concern and may be an exclusion factor for a hip replacement.
Treatment of hip arthritis should begin with the most basic options and progress to the more involved, which may include surgery. Not all treatments are appropriate for every patient.
Hip replacement is generally reserved for patients who have tried all of the other treatments and are still left with significant pain during normal activities. Patients who have occasional pain, are able to participate in athletic activities, or have not tried non-operative treatments are probably not ready for a hip replacement. Non-operative treatment options include:
- Weight Loss
- Activity Modifications
- Anti-Inflammatory Medications
- Joint Supplements
Hip resurfacing might be used as an alternative in younger patients (those under age 60).
Most patients understand that hip replacements can wear out over time, but exactly how long is a hip replacement supposed to last? Studies show that common types of hip replacements can last...
... more than 20 years.
One very large study found that 80 percent of hip replacements were functioning well after 15 years in the younger (less than 65) patients, and 94 percent of the older (over 65) patients.
Born Darian Morgan, Big Tigger entered the television scene on voiceovers for Black Entertainment Television in 1996, while still working the radio circuit. Within a year, fans were watching him on-camera, in Rap City's "Hip Hop News," and he advanced to become the co-host of Rap City in its tenth season, alongside Big Lez and Joe Clair. BET then changed the show's format, and Morgan became the lone video jockey. He hosted the show from 1999–2005.
He has a long history in the hip-hop game and we're praying for a full recovery of an even longer history in the future. Much love to you Big Tigg! And speedy recovery!
