Our bodies are truly amazing! While "bones, tendons, ligaments and joints" may sound just like a chapter title from a high school anatomy textbook, the reality is that these body parts are essential ...

Hip replacement surgery replaces part of the hip joint called the ball-and-socket with artificial materials. Metal, plastic, and ceramic can all be used to replace the hip joint. Ceramic is a ...

Hip replacement surgery, or hip arthroplasty, is a common procedure that can improve mobility and decrease pain in a hip joint that’s no longer functioning properly. The American College of ...

Advancements over the past 20 years have led orthopedic specialists to pursue knee and hip replacement procedures sooner rather than later. Tom Miller, MD, talks with Chris Peters, MD, professor of ...

A hip replacement is a common surgical procedure that a surgeon will perform to treat a damaged hip joint. The operation involves replacing the joint with an implant, or a prosthesis. Hip replacement ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Thomas Shano's recent hip replacement surgery at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center was normal in every way, except for the robot on the surgical team. The eight-foot surgical robot ...

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – For people suffering from hip pain that prevents them from enjoying their daily life, summertime and all the recreational activities it has to offer here in Utah can highlight ...

Hip pain, especially after fifty, can signal osteoarthritis. Early signs include groin discomfort worsening with activity and stiffness after rest. Simple tasks becoming difficult, joint noises, and ...