In the last decade, we have been introduced to self-driving cars and virtual home assistants; therefore, it should not come as a surprise that robotics has also assumed a role in medicine and healthcare. In orthopedics, robotics has been implemented in total joint replacement procedures with excellent results.
Hip surgery can greatly improve quality of life by alleviating hip pain and restoring function. Typically, surgery is recommended when non-surgical options do not provide enough relief of symptoms. Here’s how to set yourself up for success following hip surgery:
Hip bursitis is one of the primary causes of hip pain. It occurs when one or more of the fluid-filled sacs (called bursa), which act as cushions between the soft tissues and bones, become irritated and inflamed. Hip bursitis may be caused by sports injuries, repetitive hip movements, poor posture, or complications after surgery.
Provided by: Dr. Benjamin Domb, M.D., Founder, Medical Director & Orthopedic Surgeon at The American Hip Institute & Orthopedic Specialists, special to SportsMD
Hip replacement is one of the most successful orthopedic procedures. The use of robotics during this procedure further improves the success rate by taking the accuracy and precision of the surgery to new heights. Some of the benefits of robotics in hip replacement surgery include:
Don’t forget about your hips when creating your New Year workout plan! Stretching your hips and strengthening the surrounding muscles can improve mobility, increase functional strength, and enhance athletic performance, allowing you to get the most out of your workouts.
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete, marathon runner, yogi, or weekend warrior, you know about the most important pre- and post- workout routine: stretching. For active individuals of any age, injuries can be a common occurrence, but they’re not inevitable.
You are probably aware of many elite athletes that have been able bounce back from a debilitating hip injury and return to competitive sports with the help of hip arthroscopy and regenerative medicine treatments. The good news is that these innovative treatments aren’t just for athletes.
The outpatient hip preservation surgery technique developed at the American Hip Institute aims to restore hip function to preinjury levels. The procedure can allow you to return to your active lifestyle, whether it’s sports at the highest level or routine activities that bring you joy. Additionally, the procedure may help delay or prevent the development of arthritis.
