In a healthy human hip, the ball portion of the upper thighbone is covered by the hip socket. When the ball portion of the thighbone isn’t completely encased, the hip joint can become dislocated, causing the ball to become loose in the socket – a condition known as developmental dysplasia of the [Read More]
Hip Exercises
Hip Replacement, The Minimally Invasive Process
When other treatment options have fallen short to relieve hip pain, orthopedists may recommend hip replacement surgery. During this procedure, your orthopedist will remove the damaged joint, replacing it with an artificial joint commonly made from surgical plastic or metal. The most common [Read More]
Best Exercises After Hip Surgery
Whether you suffer from osteoarthritis that has led to inflammation and cartilage loss, or have a damaged or injured hip joint, you may be considering a hip replacement surgery. This invasive or minimally invasive surgery involves the removal of a damaged joint surface and its replacement with an [Read More]
