Explore Your Options for Treating Hip Injuries in Merced County
Your hip is a ball-and-socket joint. The ball of your thighbone fits securely into the socket of your pelvis. There are also ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and other soft tissues in and around the joint. The hip is one of the largest joints in your body. It bears your body weight and supports all kinds of movements.
If you are experiencing pain or discomfort in a hip that is limiting your ability to function normally, orthopedists at Dignity Health provide expert care for hip conditions in Merced County and surrounding areas. To make an appointment, Find a Doctor online or call 877.330.3848 for a doctor referral.
Hip Injury Causes
Causes of hip conditions and injuries also depend on the specific problem. Overuse from repetitive motions can cause hip conditions such as bursitis. Trauma is the usual cause of hip injuries, including dislocations, fractures, and strains. Trauma includes injury from a fall, a direct blow to the hip, sports injuries, and motor vehicle accidents. Chronic problems, such as arthritis, are degenerative conditions of the joint surfaces that develop over time. Osteoporosis — or thin, weak bones — can make hip problems more likely. If your pain is behind the seam of your pants, then this may be a back issue.
Common hip conditions and injuries include:
- Strains
- Fractures and breaks
- Dislocations
- Arthritis
Hip Injury Treatment & Prevention at Dignity Health
Your specific hip condition or injury will determine the treatment and prevention options our professionals suggest. We will also consider your medical history and risk factors for future problems. Many hip conditions and injuries respond well to:
- Rest
- Anti-inflammatory medicines
- Modifying activities
Physical therapy can help relieve pain and restore strength, flexibility, and range of motion to your hip. Hip fractures, and sometimes dislocations, usually require surgery to properly treat the injury.
All six of our hospital provide the latest in orthopedic procedures. If hip replacement is necessary for your injury, our program was awarded the Advance Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement by the Joint Commission. We are also participants in both California and American Joint Replacement Registries.
Reach out to the trusted orthopedics team at Dignity Health today.
Dignity Health provides treatment for a wide array of hip injuries in Merced County and the surrounding areas.
Think you might need a knee or hip replacement?
If joint pain is keeping you from the activities you love, it may be time to talk to your doctor about joint replacement. Our orthopedic specialists can help you get back to the life you love.
Take this quick assessment to:
- Determine if lifestyle factors may be causing your pain.
- Evaluate the degree of pain you're experiencing.
- Discover whether your level of pain is keeping you from living your life to the fullest.
- Gain knowledge of underlying symptoms that might lead to joint replacement.
Find a Doctor
If you are experiencing pain or discomfort in a hip that is limiting your ability to function normally, orthopedists at Dignity Health provide expert care for hip conditions around the Merced County Region. Click below to make an appointment or to find a doctor near you.