Periacetabular Osteotomy Periacetabula Osetotomy or PAO surgery is used for correcting acetabular dysplasia or hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia refers to a condition where there is insufficient coverage of the hip socket ball (femoral head) because of a shallow hip socket…

Hip Arthroscopy Doctors can use hip arthroscopy for viewing the hip joint without having to make a large incision through the soft tissues. Arthroscopy is used for diagnosing and treating a broad range of hip troubles. The surgeon will insert…

Femoroacetabular Impingement Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition where an extra bone grows along the hip joint bones. This lends the bones an irregular shape since they do not fit perfectly together. The bones also rub during movement. The friction,…

Hip Dysplasia Hip dysplasia refers to a condition in which the hip socket is abnormally shaped and doesn’t cover the upper thighbone’s ball portion. The hip joint in this case becomes completely or partially dislocated. People suffering from hip dysplasia…

Hip Impingement Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) or hip impingement occurs when the ball of the hip or femoral head pinches against the cup of the hip or acetabulum. Damage is caused to the labrum or cartilage surrounding the acetabulum when this…

Labral Tear Hip labral tear involves injury to the labrum or the ring of cartilage following the outside rim of the hip joint socket. Labrum cushions the hip joint and acts like a gasket or a rubber seal to help…

Hip Surgeon In The Los Angeles, CA  Hip orthopedic surgery is a complex procedure, which should only be performed by a qualified and committed surgeon. For your own safety and health, make no compromise on the choice of your surgeon…

SI Joint Pain Symptoms Individuals with SI joint dysfunction can suffer from pain and impaired function. It is vital to understand that SI joint pain symptoms can be akin to those of other conditions of the pelvis, lumbar spine, and…