Hip Pain Treatment at PCI Orthopedics

Hip pain can limit your ability to walk, sit, and stay active. At PCI Orthopedics, our orthopedic hip specialists diagnose and treat a wide range of hip pain and injuries using a personalized, patient-centered approach. Our goal is to relieve pain, restore mobility, and help you return to daily activities with confidence.

Common Causes of Hip Pain

Hip pain can result from injuries, chronic conditions, or structural issues within the hip joint.

Injuries

Hip injuries are often the result of falls, accidents, or sports activities. Common injuries include:

• Hip Fractures: Breaks in the upper part of the femur, often due to high-impact trauma or osteoporosis.
• Dislocations: When the head of the femur is forced out of the hip socket.
• Labral Tears: Damage to the cartilage that surrounds the hip joint, often from repetitive motions or acute injuries.

Chronic Conditions

Long-term health issues affecting the hip include:

• Osteoarthritis: Degenerative joint disease causing cartilage breakdown and joint pain.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disorder leading to joint inflammation and pain.
• Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae, the small fluid-filled sacs that cushion the hip joint.
• Tendinitis: Inflammation of the tendons around the hip, often due to overuse.

Structural Issues

Problems with the structure of the hip joint can lead to pain and mobility issues:

• Hip Dysplasia: A condition where the hip socket is abnormally shallow.
• Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): Abnormal contact between the hip bones, leading to pain and cartilage damage.
• Snapping Hip Syndrome: A condition where a tendon or muscle moves over a bony protrusion in the hip.

Our Approach to Hip Pain Diagnosis & Treatment

At PCI Orthopedics, we take a comprehensive approach to hip pain treatment. Our experienced orthopedic specialists use advanced technology and evidence-based care to deliver accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.

Diagnosis

• Comprehensive physical examinations.
• Advanced imaging techniques, like MRI, X-rays, and CT scans. All necessary imaging available onsite!
• Diagnostic arthroscopy for a closer look inside the hip joint.

Treatment Options

• Non-Surgical Treatments: Including physical therapy, medications, and injections.
• Minimally Invasive Surgery: Arthroscopic procedures to repair or remove damaged tissue.
• Hip Replacement: Hip replacement for severe arthritis or joint damage. Learn more about hip replacement surgery >>

Rehabilitation and Recovery

• Personalized physical therapy programs, available onsite!
• Post-operative care to ensure a smooth recovery.
• Long-term management plans to prevent future issues.

Schedule an Appointment with a Hip Specialist

If you are experiencing hip pain or a hip injury, don’t wait to seek care. Contact PCI Orthopedics in Cedar Rapids to schedule an appointment with one of our orthopedic hip specialists and start your path to recovery.