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Hip Arthroscopy

A hip arthroscopy is a surgical procedure used to look inside a joint. By using small incisions with hip arthroscopy, the procedure is less invasive and patients can rehab faster. Exactly when it is appropriate to perform hip arthroscopy is controversial.

Hip Bursitis

Greater trochanteric bursitis, also called hip bursitis, is a common problem of pain and inflammation over the outside of the thigh area. Hip bursitis can cause pain with many regular activities. Treatment of hip bursitis consists of anti-inflammatory medications and injections.

Sciatica

Sciatica is caused by irritation to one of the large nerves to the legs and thighs. Sciatica causes pain around the hip and thigh region. Treatments for sciatica aim to reduce the irritation of this important nerve.

Transient Osteoporosis of The Hip

Transient osteoporosis of the hip is an unusual hip problem that can be confused with other problems within the hip joint. It is important to obtain an accurate diagnosis of transient osteoporosis of the hip so that treatment is appropriate.

Snapping Hip Syndrome

Snapping hip syndrome is an unusual cause of hip pain, but can be quite bothersome. There are several causes of a snapping hip, and each of these are discussed here. Learn about what causes a snapping hip and what treatments are available.

Meralgia Paresthetica

Meralgia paresthetica is a condition that causes numbness and burning pain over the outside of the thigh. The cause of meralgia paresthetica is compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. Causes of compression of this nerve include pregnancy, tight clothing or belts, obesity, and other conditions.

Hip Stress Fracture

A hip stress fracture is a serious injury often seen in runners. A hip stress fracture is concerning because if the fracture displaces, serious problems can occur. Therefore, it is important to have appropriate treatment of a hip stress fracture.

Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome is a condition of pain in the buttocks. Piriformis syndrome is thought to be due to an irritation of the sciatic nerve as it crosses the piriformis muscle tendon behind the hip joint. Treatment of this condition can be a difficult problem.

Sacroiliac Joint Injury

Inflammation of the sacroiliac joint (SI joint) can be a difficult problem to diagnose. However, once treatment for SI joint inflammation begins, the problem of pain from the SI joint usually resolves.