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    • William L. Clark, MD
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    • W. Barrett Payne, MD
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    • Brian D. Jones, DO
    • Peters T. Otlans, MD
    • W. Barrett Payne, MD
  • Services
    • Shoulder/Elbow Conditions
    • Neck (Cervical Spine) Conditions
    • Upper and Lower Back Conditions
    • Wrist/Hand Conditions
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    • Foot/Ankle Conditions
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Hip/Pelvis Conditions

About

Hip pain is one of the most common complaints we as orthopedic surgeons see in our office. Hip pain and stiffness can severely limit function and activity. There are multiple causes of hip pain including degenerative (or osteo) arthritis, rheumatoid arthtitis, labral tears, stress fractures, tendinitis, bursitis, pain referred from the low back, and pelvic problems. Frequently the cause of the pain can be determined with an examination and xrays. If further imaging is needed an MRI would be considered although is frequently unnecessary. As with any medical problem, the first step is to determine what is causing the pain and then begin treatment to resolve pain and recover function. Commonly, the problem can be treated conservatively without surgery but at times, surgery is required to cure the hip.

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Conditions

Causes of hip pain
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  • Arthritis
  • Labral (cartilage) tears
  • Tendinitis
  • Bursitis
  • Muscle strains
  • Stress fractures
  • Referred (nerve) pain from the back
  • Intrapelvic problems
  • Fractures

Treatment

Treatment options vary for different underlying problems of the hip. Many problems can be managed with conservative measures including:

- physical therapy
- anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen and Aleve
- injections including steroid shots and viscosupplementation (gel) injections for knee arthritis
- alternative treatments 

If conservative care is unsuccessful or in certain cases of severe disease or deformity, surgery may be indicated to cure the problem.

Total Hip Replacement 

HIP REPLACEMENT: PREOPERATIVE INFORMATION ASC
Hip Replacement: Preoperative Info HOSPITAL
Postoperative Information - Posterior Approach
Postoperative Information - Anterior Approach​
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Photos © 2020 William L. Clark MD

  • Physicians
    • Alan D. Barronian, MD
    • William L. Clark, MD
    • C. Keith Fujisaki, MD
    • Brian D. Jones, DO
    • Peters T. Otlans, MD
    • W. Barrett Payne, MD
  • Services
    • Shoulder/Elbow Conditions
    • Neck (Cervical Spine) Conditions
    • Upper and Lower Back Conditions
    • Wrist/Hand Conditions
    • Hip/Pelvis Conditions
    • Knee/Leg Conditions
    • Foot/Ankle Conditions
    • Sports Injuries
  • Surgery
  • Locations
  • Request an Appointment
  • Bill Pay