Excess weight and obesity are the most significant manageable factors contributing to hip and joint problems, accelerating cartilage breakdown. While omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) have strong evidence ...

Cartilage coats the outside surface of your bones to allow the bones to glide smoothly at the point where they meet (the joint). It also provides cushioning to absorb shock and avoid joint injuries ...

Around 117,000 people living in England and Wales had a hip replacement in 2024. Although hip replacements are often thought ...

A hip surgery procedure called subchrondroplasty may benefit young and active people with hip problems. It is minimally invasive and preserves the joint’s natural function. Hip surgery techniques and ...

Though hip joint problems can cause pain on the outside of the leg, many people say they feel the pain more in their groin. Hip joint pain also tends to be worse after weight bearing, or after ...

She had a hip replacement done for her fracture, although she had never had arthritis problems with her hip. So far, she is ...

Hip preservation surgery focuses on maintaining optimal movement of your hip joint. We are here to help you keep your quality of life in spite of hip pain or hip joint degeneration. At University of ...

Hip pain when walking has various causes that affect the bones, joints, tendons, or hip joint muscles. Diagnosis and treatment depend on what part of your hip hurts and your medical history. Hip pain ...

Achy hips are all too common as the years pass. About 1 in 4 adults will have hip osteoarthritis by age 85, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The related pain and stiffness ...