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Reasons for hip pain include:
Yes, depending on the condition causing your hip pain you may feel the discomfort in the :
There are numerous ways you can ease your hip pain without medication or surgery, including:
Schedule an appointment if:
Get medical help right away if:
Dr. Lee conducts a physical exam to assess the duration and severity of your hip pain. He may send you for an X-ray to determine any possible loss of cartilage in the hip socket. To confirm your diagnosis, Dr. Lee might send you for additional tests, like an MRI or a CT scan.
During your hip replacement surgery, Dr. Lee surgically removes the damaged cartilage, ball-and-socket mechanism, and the head of the thighbone, and replaces them with artificial implants.
Dr. Robert Lee will explain the the different options and which one he thinks will be the most suitable for you. Dr. Lee offers both the posterior and anterior approach to patients requiring hip replacement surgery.
The anterior technique offers several theoretical advantages:
Less muscle trauma
Lower dislocation rate
Faster recovery
Less post operative pain
Less restrictions on hip range of motion
The recovery period for a hip replacement surgery varies, but you’ll need to plan ahead and make sure you’ve set aside plenty of time to rest. The medical staff will monitor you and encouraged to sit up, or even attempt to walk with a walker or crutches, shortly after your surgery.
You may have to wear compression stockings or inflatable air sleeves on your lower legs to prevent blood clots, and Dr. Lee may prescribe additional medications.
Physical therapy is also a key part of your recovery and will help you get used to your new hip and maintain and improve your mobility. Your healing process begins immediately, so every step is important.
If you are concerned with your hip pain, call 208.254.6480 to reach Dr. Robert Lee’s practice or book your appointment online at https://www.drleeorthopedics.com. If a referral is needed for insurance purposes, we will help coordinate with your physicians office.
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