Hip Conditions
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Hip Pain?
Is it Acute or Chronic?
Acute means it happened Suddenly and Chronic means it Progressed over time.
Acute Hip Pathologies:
- Fracture
- Dislocation
- Sprain & Strain
Chronic Hip Pathologies:
Chronic Orthopaedic hip Pathologies cause long-term pain and disability in the hip joint. This greatly affects a person’s Mobility and Quality of life.
Osteoarthritis. This is a Degenerative joint disease that causes the Cartilage in the hip joint to break down, resulting in Pain, Stiffness, and reduced Mobility.
Hip Dysplasia. This is a Congenital Abnormality, in which the hip joint is abnormally shaped, resulting in Pain, Instability, and a higher risk of Arthritis.
Femoroacetabular Impingement. In this condition, the bones of the hip rub against each other, causing pain and generally leads to early onset Osteoarthritis.
Avascular Necrosis (AVN). In this condition, the blood supply to the head of the Femur is disrupted, leading to death of the Femoral head, causing Pain, Stiffness, and Collapse of the joint.
Snapping Hip Syndrome. In this condition, the tendon snaps over the hip joint during movement, causing Pain and a Snapping or Popping sensation.
Trochanteric Bursitis. In this condition, there is inflammation of the bursae, this is a small Fluid-Filled sac that cushion the hip joint, causing pain and tenderness over the outside of the hip.
Labral Tears. In this condition, there are tears in the soft tissue ring that lines the inside of the hip Socket, causing Pain, Instability, and a Catching or locking Sensation in the hip joint.
Treatment for chronic hip Pathologies may involve Physical Therapy, Medication, Injections, or, in severe cases, Surgery.
Symptoms of Hip Pathologies include:
- Pain in the hip or the groin area
- Stiffness of the hip and reduced range of motion
- Swelling and tenderness
- Weakness in the leg
- Clicking sound in the hip
- Difficulty in walking
- Difficulty in weight bearing on the affected hip.
- Numbness or tingling in the affected leg or foot.
Diagnosis
In order to assess Shoulder Pathology properly. A detailed History, Examination and Imaging are required. Generally a X-ray, MRI or Ultrasound are needed to identify the underlying cause.
Treatment
These symptoms can be Progressive and Worsen over time if the underlying condition is not treated. It is important to see Dr NM van der Berg, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, if you experience any of these symptoms. He will create a Customized Treatment Plan based on your Specific Needs as his patient. Treatment options vary depending on the Cause and the Severity of the condition. It can range from a Steroid Injection into the joint, Oral Medication and Physiotherapy, or Surgery for severe cases.
Surgeries Dr NM van der Berg performs on the Hands for Chronic Conditions
It is important to consult with DR NM van der Berg, an Orthopedic Surgeon to have a though assessment, which involves History taking, an Examination, and the Appropriate imaging to determine the cause of your pain and the severity of the condition. This will allow him to determine the best course of treatment for your specific condition. Dr NM van der Berg always opts for Non-Surgical treatment and will only consider surgical treatment if needed.
- Early diagnosis and treatment can definitely improve your outcome, by preventing more Invasive surgery in the future.
- If left untreated, hip Pathologies can lead to Worsening pain, Decreased mobility of the joint. As a result, this greatly affects your quality of life.
In conclusion, early intervention by Dr NM van der Berg, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, will preserve your joint function, reduce pain, and improve your quality of your life.
It is important to see Dr NM van der Berg, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, if you are experiencing Persistent or Severe pain in the hip, as this may indicate a more Serious underlying condition that requires prompt Evaluation and Treatment. These conditions can worsen over time as a result of Repeated stress, Overuse, or Injury and can lead to Long-Term pain, Instability, and Limited Mobility if left untreated. Don’t compromise in the quality of your life.
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