Fact Sheets

Source: CCM

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Hip Arthroscopy
A minimally invasive surgical technique used to diagnose and treat a range of hip injuries and disorders.
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Hip Labral Tears
A torn hip labrum can lead to hip instability, pain, and impair the labrum's ability to absorb shocks.
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Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO)
A hip preservation surgery that is commonly used to treat hip dysplasia, a condition in which the hip joint does not develop properly. It is also used to treat other conditions in which the acetabulum--the “socket“ of the hip joint“ is not oriented or positions correctly. The procedures reorients and repositions the acetabulum.
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Total Hip Replacement (Direct Anterior Approach)
A total hip replacement via a direct anterior approach is a minimally invasive surgery to replace a damaged hip while avoiding nearby muscles and tendons. Learn about this procedure.
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Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome
A condition in which one or both of the bones of the hip joint are abnormally shaped, causing them to rub against each other.
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Avascular Necrosis of the Hip
Avascular necrosis of the hip is a condition in which the blood supply within the hip bone is disrupted, leading to the death of bone tissue.
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Hip Fracture
A hip fracture is a break in the upper part of the thigh bone at the hip. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Cartilage Injury and Repair
Damage to articular cartilage at the ends of bones in joints like the knee, elbow, ankle, and hip.
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Geriatric Hip Fractures
Hip fractures occur when a trauma or fall causes a hairline break in the upper quarter of the thighbone. Learn about symptoms and treatment, especially in the elderly.
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Meniscus Tears, Repair, and Transplantation
A tear resulting from acute injury to or degeneration of meniscus.