Exploring Non-Surgical Treatments for Hip Pain
Hip pain is a common yet disruptive problem that affects people of all ages. It can limit mobility, interrupt sleep and cause discomfort even when sitting. Surgery is an option in more advanced cases, but there are many non-surgical approaches that improve joint function and reduce pain. Exploring these options early often prevents symptoms from […]
7 Tips on How to Maintain Healthy Joints & Prevent Knee Injuries
Regular movement keeps joints lubricated and strengthens the muscles that support the knee. Low-impact activities such as walking, swimming, cycling, pilates and yoga reduce load on sore or weak knees. Warming up before exercise and stretching afterwards helps prevent strains and supports recovery. A healthy body weight, balanced diet and good hydration all protect cartilage […]
Costs of Hip & Knee Surgery: How Fees and Billing Work
The total cost of an operation is rarely a single fee; it’s made up of separate charges from different providers. As a public patient, medically necessary surgery is covered, though there may be a waiting period. As a private patient, you have more choice but there are costs involved. Your out-of-pocket cost, or “gap”, depends […]
A Painful Hip Replacement: Causes and Treatment Options
Hip replacement is generally highly successful, but in a minority of cases problems develop that cause ongoing pain, stiffness, limping, or instability. Possible causes include wear, loosening, infection, fractures, soft-tissue irritation, and muscle dysfunction, including gluteal tendon tears. Thorough investigation, such as X-rays, blood tests, and MRI, is essential before treatment, since operating without a […]
Radiofrequency Ablation (RF / RFA) for Hip and Knee Pain
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces joint pain by interrupting the nerves that carry pain signals to the brain. It treats pain signals rather than the underlying joint problem, which is why it’s used to manage pain rather than cure the condition. It may suit patients with hip or knee pain […]
Exercises to Strengthen Your Hips Pre-Surgery
“Prehabilitation” means building strength, mobility, and endurance around the hip before total hip surgery to give you a stronger starting point for recovery. Common pre-surgery exercises include short-arc quadriceps, chair push-ups, heel slides, leg slides, long-arc quadriceps, and gluteal sets. These are general examples only — check with your surgeon or physiotherapist that they are […]
Hip Resurfacing vs Replacement
Total hip replacement removes the femoral head and resurfaces the socket with artificial components. Hip resurfacing reshapes and caps the femoral head rather than removing it, preserving more natural bone. Resurfacing may suit selected younger, active patients with good bone quality, but is not recommended for everyone. Total hip replacement has over 20 years of […]
Preparing Your Home for Hip Surgery Recovery
Preparing your home before hip surgery while you’re still mobile makes the early weeks of recovery safer and less stressful. Key steps include moving essentials to waist height, removing trip hazards, and arranging your sleeping and washing spaces to reduce bending and stairs. Gentle movement, guided by your physiotherapist, is an important part of recovery […]
What Does A Worn-Out Hip Feel Like?
A hip is generally considered for replacement when the joint has deteriorated enough to cause persistent pain and limitation, and non-surgical treatments no longer give adequate relief. Deterioration is usually caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or avascular necrosis. Common signs include pain walking, difficulty with stairs, disrupted sleep, stiffness, crunching sensations, and […]
Hip Labral Tear: Road to Recovery Without Surgery
A hip labral tear is damage to the ring of cartilage that lines the hip socket, often linked to femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) or hip dysplasia. The majority of people with a hip labral tear can manage their symptoms without surgery. Conservative treatment can include pain-relieving medication, corticosteroid injections, physiotherapy, activity modification, and in some cases […]