Hip Preservation

Conditions We Treat

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

The hip is a "ball-and-socket" joint. In a normal hip, the ball at the upper end of the thighbone (femur) fits firmly into the socket, which is part of the large pelvis bone. In babies and children with developmental dysplasia (dislocation) of the hip (DDH), the hip joint has not formed normally. The ball is loose in the socket and may be easily dislocate.

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Hip Dysplasia

The hip is a "ball-and-socket" joint. In a normal hip, the ball at the upper end of the femur (thighbone) fits firmly into the socket, which is a curved portion of the pelvis called the acetabulum. In a young person with hip dysplasia, the hip joint has not developed normally-the acetabulum is too shallow to adequately support and cover the head of the femur.

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Osteonecrosis of the Hip

In osteonecrosis, the bone in the head of the femur slowly dies. Osteonecrosis of the hip is a painful condition that occurs when the blood supply to the head of the femur (thighbone) is disrupted. Because bone cells need a steady supply of blood to stay healthy, osteonecrosis can ultimately lead to destruction of the hip joint and severe arthritis.

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Gluteus miniums and medius tears
Perthes
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE)
Congenital hip deformities
Posttraumatic hip deformities
Pre-arthritic conditions

An Update Regarding Seasonal Illnesses

Hip Preservation

Conditions We Treat

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

Femoracetabular Impingement

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Pain

Labral Tear

Osteonecrosis of the Hip