Surgically repairing hip joints can relieve persistent pain and possibly prevent hip replacements later in life. One common source of persistent pain in a hip joint can be a tear in the labrum, ...

When the joint and cartilage that cushions the hip start to wither away, nonsurgical methods may not work as efficiently as they used to. Whether you’re struggling from years of arthritis, an old ...

Real-world data comparing two negative-pressure wound therapy devices suggests lower pressure may drive better outcomes. Around seven million orthopedic surgeries take place in the U.S. every year1, ...

Medically reviewed by Raynetta Samuels, PT, DPT, CLT Key Takeaways Revision hip replacement surgery is more complicated than the first hip replacement. Hip replacements can wear out due to aseptic ...

Researchers from the United Kingdom found that closing wounds with metal staples after hip surgery can lead to a greater risk of infection than using nylon sutures, according to a release from the ...

Hip Innovation Technology invites attendees of the Current Concepts in Joint Replacement meeting to attend their free educational sy ...

Cartilage coats the outside surface of your bones to allow the bones to glide smoothly at the point where they meet (the joint). It also provides cushioning to absorb shock and avoid joint injuries ...