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Your hips are essential for everyday movement, bearing the weight of your body and enabling you to walk, sit, and stand with ease. When hip pain strikes, it can severely limit your mobility and negatively affect your quality of life. At NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin, which has locations in Appleton, Oshkosh, North Fond du Lac, and Bellevue, Wisconsin, their skilled team specializes in diagnosing and treating all causes of hip pain, providing expert care that gets you back to the activities you enjoy. Call the nearest office to be treated for hip pain, or request an appointment online today.
How does the hip work?
The hip joint is one of the largest and most complex joints in your body. It is a ball-and-socket joint made up of the femur (thigh bone) and the pelvis. The round head of the femur fits securely into a cup-shaped socket in the pelvis called the acetabulum, allowing for movement in multiple directions. This mobility, combined with the continuous load-bearing responsibilities of the hip, makes it more vulnerable to injury and pain.
Because of its wide range of motion, the hip joint is susceptible to instability and a variety of painful conditions. Damage to the bones, muscles, ligaments, or tendons surrounding the hip can lead to pain that affects your ability to walk, stand, sit, or even sleep comfortably.
What are some common causes of hip pain?
At NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin, their experienced team diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions that can cause hip pain, including:
- Muscle Strains
- Ligament Sprains
- Fractures
- Arthritis
- Bone Spurs
- Failed Hip Replacements
- Dislocations
- Bursitis
- Labral Tears
- Complex Trauma
- Snapping Hip Syndrome
- Osteoporosis
- Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
Each of these conditions requires a precise diagnosis and individualized treatment plan. Their providers use a combination of physical exams, medical history evaluations, and diagnostic imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to identify the root cause of your hip pain.
What treatments are available for hip pain?
Conservative treatment options often prove effective in managing hip pain. Depending on the diagnosis, your treatment plan at NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin might include one or more of the following:
- Medications
- Physical therapy
- Activity modifications
- Steroid injections
- Orthobiologics
If conservative methods do not provide sufficient relief, the specialists at NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin are highly skilled in performing minimally invasive procedures to treat hip pain. These procedures include:
Hip arthroscopy
A minimally invasive surgery used to diagnose and treat problems inside the hip joint, such as labral tears or bone spurs.
Total hip replacement
A surgical procedure in which the damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial joint, relieving pain and improving mobility.
Revision hip replacement
Surgery to replace or repair a previously implanted hip prosthesis that has failed.
At NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin, their team is committed to providing exceptional care for patients experiencing hip pain. Their team of orthopedic specialists and pain management experts work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that targets the source of your pain and restores your mobility. With a focus on both conservative and advanced surgical treatments, they can help you achieve long-term relief and return to an active lifestyle.
If you’re experiencing hip pain, don’t wait. Contact NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin by phone or request an appointment online today.