Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of the Hip
Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint disease, is the most common form of arthritis.
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Hip
Hip Care & Replacement
Explore hip anatomy, hip conditions, and hip replacement procedures.
Hip Anatomy
Expert Hip Care for Lasting Mobility
Use the links below to explore each hip topic in detail.
What is the Anatomy of the Hip Joint?
The hip joint is the largest weight-bearing joint in the human body. It is also referred to as a ball and socket joint and is surrounded by muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
The thigh bone or femur and the pelvis join to form the hip joint.
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Conditions
Conditions We Treat
Explore the hip conditions treated by Dr. Joshua Silver MD.
Inflammatory Arthritis
Inflammatory Arthritis of the Hip
The inflammation of the joints is referred to as arthritis.
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Procedures
Hip Replacement Procedures
Review the surgical options available for hip reconstruction and pain relief.
Procedure
Minimally-Invasive Total Hip Replacement
Minimally-Invasive total hip replacement is a surgical procedure performed through one or two small incisions rather than the single long incision of 10–12-inches as in the traditional approach.
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Procedure
Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement
Robotic-assisted hip replacement is a Minimally-Invasive surgical procedure that involves the use of a specialized robotic system to remove the damaged parts of a hip joint and replace them with an artificial prosthesis or implant.
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Recovery
Recovery & Rehabilitation
Physical therapy and regular exercise play an important role in recovery after hip surgery.
Regular exercises are critical for a successful outcome.
Try to begin physical therapy a day or two after the surgery. Exercises in the first week are usually aimed at regaining joint motion. Strengthening exercises are initiated later.
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