Hip

Hip pain can result from arthritis, bursitis, tendon injuries, labral tears, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), hip dysplasia, fractures, or soft tissue inflammation. Overuse, trauma, age-related degeneration, and structural abnormalities often contribute.

You should consult an orthopedic specialist if your hip pain is persistent, worsens with activity or rest, interferes with daily activities, or is accompanied by clicking, locking, instability, or limited movement.

Conditions such as hip bursitis, tendonitis, muscle strains, mild hip dysplasia, and early-stage arthritis can often be improved with physical therapy focusing on strength, flexibility, and posture correction.

Recovery varies by procedure. Arthroscopic surgeries may take 6–12 weeks, while total hip replacements can take 3–6 months for full recovery. Physical therapy plays a key role in regaining strength and mobility.

Visit the Joint Surgery & Reconstruction page to learn more about arthroscopic surgery.

Hip replacement is surgery that removes a damaged hip joint and replaces it with artificial parts to relieve pain and restore movement. Hip reconstruction repairs, reshapes, or rebuilds the hip, often preserving more of the natural bone. Reconstruction is usually done for younger patients or those with deformities, fractures, or hip dysplasia. In short, replacement swaps the joint, while reconstruction restores or fixes it.