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Hip Conditions

Hip Impingement

  • Femoral Cam Deformity

    Femoral Cam Deformity

    Femoral cam deformity, also referred to as cam impingement, is an irregularity or malformation of the ball at the top of the femur, or thigh bone.

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  • Hip Bone Spurs

    Hip Bone Spurs

    Hip bone spurs are bony projections that may develop near the junction of the hip bones at the hip joint and at areas where muscles...

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Hip Labral Injury

  • Labral Cysts of the Hip

    Labral Cysts of the Hip

    Labral cysts are small and well-defined fluid-filled sacs or lesions found adjacent to the cartilage labrum...

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  • Hip Ligament Injuries

    Hip Ligament Injuries

    Injuries to the hip ligaments are commonly called a hip sprain and can range from minor tears of the ligaments to more serious injuries... 

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Groin Strain

  • Hip Adductor Injuries

    Hip Adductor Injuries

    Hip adductors are the group of muscles on the inner side of your thigh that enable adduction or the ability to bring the thighs together.

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  • Groin Strain

    Groin Strain

    A groin strain or groin pull is an overuse injury to the adductor muscles that run along the inner thigh and pubic region.

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  • Groin Injuries in Athletes

    Groin Injuries in Athletes

    Groin injuries are injuries sustained by athletes during sports activity.

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  • Hip and Groin Disorders

    Hip and Groin Disorders

    Hip and groin disorders are more common in athletes. They are caused by rapid acceleration and deceleration motion. 

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Hip Fractures

  • Hip Fracture

    Hip Fracture

    The hip joint is a “ball and socket” joint. The “ball” is the head of the femur or thighbone, and the “socket” is the cup-shaped acetabulum.

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  • Subtrochanteric Hip Fracture

    Subtrochanteric Hip Fracture

    A hip fracture is a break that occurs near the hip in the upper part of the femur or thighbone.

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  • Proximal Femoral Fracture

    Proximal Femoral Fracture

    A proximal femoral fracture also known as a hip fracture is a condition characterized by a break or fracture...

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  • Femur Fracture

    Femur Fracture

    The femur or thigh bone is the longest and strongest bone in the body, connecting the hip to the knee.

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  • Avulsion Fractures of the Pelvis

    Avulsion Fractures of the Pelvis

    Avulsion fractures of the pelvis is an injury that occurs when a tendon or ligament pulls off a piece of bone from the hip.

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  • Stress Fractures of the Hip

    Stress Fractures of the Hip

    Stress fractures of the hip are a break in the upper part of the thigh bone (femur) that fits into the socket of the hip joint.

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Hamstring Injuries

  • Hamstring Injuries

    Hamstring Injuries

    The hamstring is a group of three muscles that run along the back of the thigh from the hip to the knee.

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  • Partial Hamstring Tears

    Partial Hamstring Tears

    The hamstring is a group of three muscles known as semimembranosus, semitendinosus, and biceps femoris that run along the back...

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Hip Osteonecrosis

  • Hip Osteonecrosis

    Hip Osteonecrosis

    Hip osteonecrosis occurs due to disruption of the blood supply to the highest part of the thigh bone (femoral head).

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  • Avascular Necrosis

    Avascular Necrosis

    Avascular necrosis, also called osteonecrosis, is a condition in which bone death occurs because of inadequate blood supply to it.

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  • Transient Osteoporosis of the Hip

    Transient Osteoporosis of the Hip

    Transient osteoporosis of the hip is a rare condition that causes temporary bone loss in the upper region of the thighbone (femur).

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Gluteal Pain/Tears

  • Hip Abductor Tears

    Hip Abductor Tears

    Hip abductors are a major group of muscles found in the buttocks. It includes the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius...

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  • Gluteus Tendon Tear

    Gluteus Tendon Tear

    The gluteal muscles (situated in the buttocks) are necessary for the stability and movement of the hip joints.

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  • Gluteal Strain

    Gluteal Strain

    A gluteal strain is a condition characterized by a partial or complete tear of the gluteus muscles, also known as the buttocks.

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Hip Instability

  • Hip Instability

    Hip Instability

    Injury or damage to these structures can lead to a condition called hip instability when the joint becomes unstable. 

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  • Hip Dislocation

    Hip Dislocation

    The hip joint is a “ball and socket” joint. The “ball” is the head of the femur or thighbone, and the “socket” is the cup-shaped acetabulum.

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  • Borderline Hip Dysplasia

    Borderline Hip Dysplasia

    Hip dysplasia is a medical condition where the acetabulum (hip socket) does not fully cover the ball-like head at the top of the femur (thighbone).

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Hip Osteoarthritis

  • Osteoarthritis of the Hip

    Osteoarthritis of the Hip

    Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint disease, is the most common form of arthritis.

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  • Hip Bone Cysts

    Hip Bone Cysts

    Hip bone cysts, also referred to as subchondral bone cysts, are fluid-filled sacs or spaces that form in one or both of the bones that make up a hip joint.

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  • Femoral Subchondral Cysts

    Femoral Subchondral Cysts

    Femoral subchondral cysts are fluid-filled sacs or spaces that form in the femur (thighbone) side of the hip joint.

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  • Inflammatory Arthritis of the Hip

    Inflammatory Arthritis of the Hip

    The inflammation of the joints is referred to as arthritis. Inflammation arises when the smooth lining called cartilage at the ends of bones wears away.

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Hip Cartilage Injury

  • Stem Cell Therapy for Hip Injuries

    Stem Cell Therapy for Hip Injuries

    Stem cell therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that utilizes the body’s natural healing mechanism to treat various conditions.

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Hip Bursitis

  • Trochanteric Bursitis

    Trochanteric Bursitis

    Trochanteric bursitis is a painful condition caused by inflammation of the trochanteric bursa, a fluid-filled...

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  • Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

    Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

    GTPS, also called trochanteric bursitis, is a localized painful condition affecting your outer thigh...

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  • Ischial Bursitis

    Ischial Bursitis

    Bursae are fluid-filled sacs present between the tendons and bones to help facilitate smooth movement.

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  • Ischiofemoral Impingement

    Ischiofemoral Impingement

    Ischiofemoral impingement is a condition in which there is an abnormal contact (impingement) between the soft tissues...

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Hip Strain/Tendonitis

  • Hip Tendonitis

    Hip Tendonitis

    Tendons are strong connective tissue structures that connect muscle to bone.

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  • Hip Flexor Pain

    Hip Flexor Pain

    Hip flexor pain is a distressing feeling or discomfort noted in the hip and/or groin region that can make everyday activities...

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  • Hip Flexor Strain

    Hip Flexor Strain

    A hip flexor strain is an overuse injury to the flexor muscles of your hip and can range from a minor stretch injury to a complete tear of the muscle fibers or tendons. 

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Hip Pain

  • Hip Pain

    Hip Pain

    Hip pain, one of the common complaints, may not always be felt precisely over the hip joint rather in and around the hip joint.

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  • Irritable Hip

    Irritable Hip

    Irritable hip, also known as acute transient synovitis, is a common disorder of childhood characterized by hip pain and limping.

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  • Hip Injury

    Hip Injury

    The hip joint is prone to several types of injuries...

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  • Iliopsoas Impingement

    Iliopsoas Impingement

    Iliopsoas impingement also known as internal snapping hip syndrome is a condition characterized by inflammation...

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  • Snapping Hip Syndrome

    Snapping Hip Syndrome

    Snapping hip syndrome is a condition in which you hear or feel a snapping sound in the hip when you swing...

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  • University of Buffalo
  • Alpha Omega Alpha
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Lenox Hill Hospital
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine