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Labral Tear of the Hip Joint Causes and Treatments
Injuries to the labrum have long been recognized as a possible source of pain and discomfort. Labral injuries in the shoulder are much more common, and treating shoulder labral injuries have been more carefully investigated. With the recent development of arthroscopic techniques to surgically manage the hip joint, there has been increased recognition and awareness of hip labral tears.
High return-to-sport rates seen in NFL players after hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement
After National Football League players underwent hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement, the return-to-sport rate was high, according to recently published results.
Think you should slow down as you get older? Think again
Muscle strengthening exercises are important for building bone strength and preventing osteoporosis, but new research shows that even just 10,000 steps a day can help to keep bones strong.
Femoroacetabular Impingement and Early Hip Arthritis
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition characterized by the abnormal shape of the ball-and-socket hip joint. The importance of FAI in the development of hip-joint arthritis, and the treatment that is best suited for the condition, is a subject of great debate.
Exercises and stretches for hip pain
There are many possible causes of hip pain, ranging from muscle strains and injuries to arthritis and inflammatory disorders. However, gently exercising the hips can often help relieve pain and restore mobility.
One Short, Brisk Walk a Day May Keep Arthritis at Bay
Less than 10 minutes a day of brisk walking can help prevent disability in people with arthritis pain in their knee, hip, ankle or foot, researchers report.
Hip Fracture Dangers and Mortality Rates
A broken bone may not sound serious, but if you are an older man or woman, a hip fracture can be the start of many severe health problems. How dangerous is a broken hip in an older person, and what is the mortality rate after a hip fracture?
Five-Year Outcomes and Return to Sport of Runners Undergoing Hip Arthroscopy for Labral Tears With or Without Femoroacetabular Impingement.
Are you an avid runner with hip injuries? We are often asked by runners in clinic about their likelihood of returning to running after a hip arthroscopy. We have just published our data on this to help educate our patients. American Hip Institute’s recent study on hip arthroscopy and runners was published in the highly accredited American Journal of Sports Medicine.
7 Steps to Treat Hip Bursitis
The best treatment for hip bursitis, or any form of bursitis, is aimed at controlling the inflammation caused by this condition. As with any treatment program, always talk with your doctor before initiating any specific treatments.
Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Hips: What to Know
RA can affect different parts of the body, including the joints in the hands, feet, knees, and shoulders. It can also affect the joints in the hips, causing severe discomfort and stiffness.