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5 knee braces to consider
Knee braces can provide support to the knee joint. People may find these products beneficial following surgery or injury.
New study pinpoints two separate mutation near GDF5 gene for osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia
The report details regulatory variants found near a gene, which plays a crucial role joint formation called GDF5. The study pinpoints two separate mutations near the gene, one that can cause knee osteoarthritis in older adults and another that can cause hip dysplasia in babies.
Exercises to Help With Hip Tendonitis
If you have hip tendonitis, you may benefit from exercise to help relieve your pain. Exercise for hip tendonitis can help strengthen muscles, offering more support to your hip joint and improving your ability to move normally.
What is hip arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure for examining, diagnosing, and treating joint problems. Through small incisions we are able to introduce a surgical instrument with a camera (scope) to evaluate the hip.
What can cause hip pain when sitting?
Hip pain while sitting can range from mild discomfort to severe. The hip joint may also feel stiff or pop while sitting. Medical conditions, injuries, and incorrect posture can cause hip pain when sitting.