Hip

Hip pain, one of the common complaints, may not always be felt precisely over the hip joint rather in and around the hip joint. The cause for pain is multifactorial and the exact position of your hip pain suggests the probable cause or underlying condition causing it.

When the cartilage is damaged, the two bones rub against each other causing pain, swelling and stiffness of the joint. This condition is called arthritis. Arthritis is a progressive disorder, and is the most common cause of joint pain.

Trauma is any injury caused during physical activity, motor vehicle accidents, electric shock, or other activities.  Sports trauma or sports injuries refer to injuries caused while playing indoor or outdoor sports and exercising.  Sports trauma can result from accidents, inadequate training, improper use of protective devices, or insufficient stretching or warm-up exercises.

Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common orthopaedic surgeries performed. It involves the replacement of the damaged hip bone (ball shaped upper end of the femur) with a ceramic ball attached to a metal stem that is fixed into the femur and placing a new cup with a special liner into the pelvis. The main indication for total hip joint replacement is arthritis.

Computer-Navigated joint replacements are cutting-edge operations that provide enhanced visual and spatial information, which leads to improved alignment and better soft tissue balancing. Replacement through computer navigation provides information and guidance to the surgeon for precise positioning of implants.

During total hip replacement, the damaged cartilage and bone are removed from the hip joint and replaced with artificial components. At times, hip replacement implants can wear out for various reasons and may need to be replaced with the help of a surgical procedure known as revision hip replacement surgery.

The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that connects the thigh bone to the pelvic bone. As a major weight-bearing joint with a wide range of motion, the hip is susceptible to various kinds of injuries. Hip problems may arise with overuse, acute trauma, degenerative diseases such as arthritis, and sports injuries.