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Understanding Hip Anatomy

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Understanding Hip Anatomy

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The hip joint is described as being a “ball and socket” joint due to the joint’s appearance of a ball (femoral head) fitting snugly in a cup-like socket (acetabulum). The ball (femoral head) is located at the top of the thigh bone (femur) and the socket (acetabulum) is part of the pelvis. The area where the bones meet is covered by a slick but firm tissue called cartilage, allowing the joint to move smoothly.

osteoarthiritis

As joint disease progresses, the bones begin to rub together causing a rough misshapen surface, sometimes resulting in bone-on-bone contact, producing pain and stiffness.

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Hip replacement surgery removes the worn and arthritic areas of your hip joint and replaces those areas with an implant that helps restore a smooth joint surface.

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Hip Arthroscopy

Hip Arthroscopy

This minimally invasive approach to surgery may help speed recovery, reduce pain and minimize scarring, when compared to traditional open surgery.
 

Hip Fracture

Hip Fracture

A hip fracture refers to a break in the bones of the leg or pelvis that make up the hip joint. Hip fractures commonly occur from a fall or from a direct blow to the side of the hip. Doctors classify hip fractures according to their location.

Hip Replacement

Hip Replacement

The goal of hip replacement is to help you get back to an active lifestyle with less pain.

Anterior Advantage

Anterior Advantage

ANTERIOR ADVANTAGE™ by DePuy Synthes is a leading solution to Anterior Approach to hip replacement.