Diagnosed With Hip Arthritis in Newtown Square? Start Here.
If you or someone you love has recently been diagnosed with
hip arthritis in Newtown Square, the help that you need is available nearby. At
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, our team of orthopaedic hip specialists have the experience and technology necessary to help you seek the treatment you need to regain your mobility and pain-free lifestyle. Understand Your Diagnosis Osteoarthritis: “wear and tear arthritis” in which joint cartilage is worn away with use over time, also called degenerative joint disease Rheumatoid Arthritis: an immune response that causes inflammation and eventually erosion in the joint Ankylosing Spondylitis: chronic inflammation of the sacroiliac joint Lupus: an autoimmune disorder that causes joint inflammation among other symptoms Psoriatic Arthritis: pain, swelling, and stiffness related to the skin condition psoriasis Your doctor will be able to tell you which form your own arthritis takes, and what this will mean for your specific experience and treatment options. Common nonoperative treatment options include: Weight loss Low impact exercise Anti-inflammatory medication therapy Cortisone injections Surgical treatment options include: Hip arthroscopy Total hip replacement surgery Revision hip surgery Whether the next step in your treatment plan involves physical therapy and weight loss or a surgical procedure, the help you may need is available close to home. At nearby Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, you can find a full team of hip specialists who can help guide you through your treatment and provide the services you may need. To learn more about any of the treatments above, talk with your doctor, or visit our website today.
