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Hip and knee pain can be attributed to everything from athletic overuse to arthritis. Together, with our team of experts, we will find the cause of your pain and create a personalized treatment plan for your hip or knee pain.
Hip pain can turn simple daily activities into daunting challenges, from walking up stairs to getting in and out of your car. While some hip discomfort resolves on its own with rest, persistent or severe pain often signals an underlying condition requiring professional medical evaluation and treatment. Hip problems can stem from arthritis, bursitis, muscle strains, labral tears, or fractures, and each condition requires a specific treatment approach to restore your mobility and quality of life.
Oasis Medical Group provides comprehensive orthopedic care for hip pain across multiple locations in New Jersey, including Glen Rock, Union, and Clifton. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons combine advanced diagnostic capabilities with both conservative and surgical treatment options to address the root cause of your hip pain. Whether you need physical therapy, pain management, or surgical intervention, our team develops personalized treatment plans based on your specific condition, activity level, and recovery goals.
Hip pain originates from various structures within and around the hip joint. Osteoarthritis represents one of the most common causes, particularly in patients over 50, where years of use gradually wear down the protective cartilage between bones. This degenerative process leads to inflammation, stiffness, and pain that typically worsens with activity and improves with rest.
Bursitis develops when the fluid-filled sacs cushioning your hip joint become inflamed. Activities involving repetitive hip movements or prolonged pressure on the hip can irritate these structures. Muscle strains and tendon injuries around the hip often result from overuse, sudden movements, or inadequate warm-up before physical activity. These soft tissue injuries can cause significant discomfort and limit your range of motion.
Hip labral tears affect the ring of cartilage surrounding your hip socket. These injuries may occur from trauma, structural abnormalities, or repetitive twisting movements common in certain sports. Hip fractures require immediate medical attention and most frequently occur in older adults with osteoporosis or following falls.
Conservative treatments form the foundation of hip pain management, and most patients experience significant improvement without surgery. Your treatment plan may begin with rest, activity modification, and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain and swelling. Applying ice to the affected area for 15-20 minutes several times daily can help control inflammation during the acute phase of injury.
Physical therapy plays a central role in treating many hip conditions. A structured therapy program strengthens the muscles supporting your hip joint, improves flexibility, and restores normal movement patterns. Your therapist may use various techniques including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and modalities like ultrasound or electrical stimulation to promote healing.
Injection therapies provide targeted pain relief for certain hip conditions. Corticosteroid injections can reduce inflammation in the hip joint or surrounding bursae, while intra-articular joint injections deliver medication directly to the source of pain. These minimally invasive procedures are performed in an office setting and may provide months of symptom relief. Pain management strategies encompass medication management, lifestyle modifications, and complementary approaches to address both physical symptoms and the impact of chronic pain on your daily life.
Knowing when to seek orthopedic care can prevent minor hip problems from becoming more serious conditions. You should schedule an evaluation if your hip pain persists beyond a few weeks despite rest and home treatment. Severe pain that limits your ability to walk, bear weight, or perform basic daily activities warrants prompt medical attention.
Additional warning signs include hip pain accompanied by fever, redness, or warmth around the joint, as these symptoms may indicate infection. If you experience sudden, severe hip pain following a fall or injury, seek immediate medical care to rule out fractures or other serious trauma.
When conservative treatments fail to provide adequate relief, surgical intervention may become necessary to restore function and eliminate pain. Hip arthroscopy uses small incisions and specialized cameras to diagnose and treat various hip problems with minimal tissue disruption. This technique allows surgeons to repair labral tears, remove loose cartilage, and address hip impingement syndrome.
Hip replacement surgery may be recommended for severe arthritis or significant joint damage. Modern orthopedic surgery has evolved dramatically, offering minimally invasive techniques that provide excellent outcomes with shorter recovery times. During this procedure, damaged portions of the hip joint are replaced with artificial components designed to restore normal hip function and eliminate pain.
Minimally invasive surgical approaches reduce tissue trauma, promote faster healing, and help patients return to their normal activities more quickly than traditional open procedures. Recovery timelines vary based on the specific procedure, your overall health, and adherence to post-operative rehabilitation protocols. Most patients work closely with physical therapists to regain strength, flexibility, and function following hip surgery.
Oasis Medical Group’s fellowship-trained, board-certified surgeons have performed thousands of surgical procedures and have among the highest success rates for musculoskeletal surgeries. Our comprehensive approach includes thorough evaluation, advanced treatment techniques, and personalized rehabilitation programs designed to maximize your recovery and long-term outcomes. With multiple convenient locations throughout New Jersey, we make accessing high-quality orthopedic care as easy as possible for you and your family.
Whether you’re dealing with chronic hip arthritis, a recent injury, or unexplained hip pain, our experienced team is ready to help you find relief and regain your active lifestyle. Schedule your consultation today to learn more about our hip pain treatment options and how we can help restore your health and mobility.
The team at Oasis Orthopedic & Spine consists of experienced physicians and specialists providing comprehensive orthopedic and spine care across nine convenient locations throughout Northern New Jersey. Specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, advanced orthopedic treatments, and pain management, our goal is to bring you the real-world clinical expertise and proven treatment approaches we use in our practice daily.
