Excess weight and obesity are the most significant manageable factors contributing to hip and joint problems, accelerating cartilage breakdown. While omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) have strong evidence ...

Want to reach 60 or even 70 years of age without experiencing hip joint problems? According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, it's getting harder all the time. More than 193,000 hip ...

Achy hips are all too common as the years pass. About 1 in 4 adults will have hip osteoarthritis by age 85, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The related pain and stiffness ...

Hip dysplasia occurs when the two bones that come together in the hip joint — the pelvis and femur bones — are out of alignment. The condition can cause misalignment, movement, and flexibility issues ...

Living with unexplained pain in your lower body can be both frustrating and debilitating. When discomfort strikes in the general hip region, many people struggle to identify whether they’re ...

Joint pain in the hip may occur due to one of several different underlying causes, such as bursitis, arthritis, or tears in the cartilage. A person may be able to treat some cases at home, but severe ...

If your child is born with congenital hip dysplasia or concerns become apparent in the first few years of life, a healthcare professional may recommend applying a brace or harness to correct any ...

Hip preservation surgery focuses on maintaining optimal movement of your hip joint. We are here to help you keep your quality of life in spite of hip pain or hip joint degeneration. At University of ...

This episode of 'Doctors on Call' focuses on lower extremity problems like knee, foot, and hip issues. Our expert panel discusses bunions, Achilles tendon repairs, hip replacements, joint infections, ...