Hip

Hip Replacement and How to Recover

Most hip replacements in middle-aged patients are due to degenerative arthritis caused by wear-and-tear. The number of hip replacements performed in the United States has increased substantially, and the procedure has become more common in younger people, new government statistics show. The growing number of cases of arthritis is a major factor in the increase of

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Newer Approach to Total Hip Replacement Means Added Patient Benefits

Hip pain caused by osteoarthritis, injury or trauma can have a major impact on one’s quality of life. When the pain becomes unbearable and more conservative therapies to minimize inflammation, discomfort and problems with mobility have not been effective, many patients turn to the hip replacement experts at Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland (OACM) for

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Non-Surgical Options for Alleviating Hip Pain

Before considering surgical options, there are a number of non-surgical, first line therapies that are often recommended to individuals with hip problems, including: Activity modification – Reducing or eliminating strenuous activities that may place undue stress on the hip joint Over-the-counter medications, beginning with Tylenol and switching to anti-inflammatories, such as Ibuprofen Low-level narcotic medications

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When Hip Pain Strikes, OACM Offers Patients Proven Solutions

Hip pain is a common complaint among patients throughout the country. This pain is often more than just a nuisance and drives thousands of patients to seek treatment from physicians every year. “Many patients visit my office when they’re experiencing pain and begin to have a limited range of motion and stiffness in the hip,”

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