Around 117,000 people living in England and Wales had a hip replacement in 2024. Although hip replacements are often thought ...

She had a hip replacement done for her fracture, although she had never had arthritis problems with her hip. So far, she is ...

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 ...

A hip surgery procedure called subchrondroplasty may benefit young and active people with hip problems. It is minimally invasive and preserves the joint’s natural function. Hip surgery techniques and ...

Though hip joint problems can cause pain on the outside of the leg, many people say they feel the pain more in their groin. Hip joint pain also tends to be worse after weight bearing, or after ...

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 ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 65-year-old woman and have had pain in my right hip for more than a year. I have a normal body mass index. My general practitioner diagnosed trochanteric bursitis and ...

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 ...

As a dog ages, it may develop arthritis — and, depending on the breed, it may experience particularly severe issues with its hip joints, potentially requiring a resurfacing implant. In the future, ...

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 ...