Total hip replacement may be an option for patients who have severe hip arthritis that interferes with their everyday lives. For these patients, nonsurgical treatments may not provide sufficient pain relief. Total hip replacement restores the natural pain-free...
When severe knee arthritis interferes with everyday activities, knee replacement surgery may be an option. Knee replacement surgery can relieve arthritis pain and restore knee function so that you can more easily participate in your normal activities. Candidates for...
Snapping hip is a common condition defined by a sensation of snapping or catching in the hip. Many people experience this sensation when performing certain movements of the leg. In most cases, it is not harmful or painful. Causes: Snapping hip is caused by slight...
At ROC we treat a variety of conditions affecting the hip, including labral tears. This condition is a tearing of the labrum – a thick cuff of fibrous tissue that lines the hip socket. The labrum cushions the joint and provides a smooth surface for the head of...
1. What is the difference between direct anterior & traditional hip replacement? Total hip replacement is a highly successful surgical procedure that can greatly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from severe hip pain. The direct anterior...
Your doctor may recommend hip arthroscopy if you have a painful condition that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment. Nonsurgical treatment includes rest, physical therapy, and medications or injections that can reduce inflammation. Hip arthroscopy may relieve...
