Hip pain is a common reason that people see an orthopaedist. Some of the time, it is just a muscle strain and will get better with conservative treatment and time. Other times, it may be something more serious such as a labral tear, hip impingement, hip dysplasia, or hip arthritis. How do you know if your hip pain is serious enough to see a doctor? Ask yourself the following questions ...
Posted by: Dr. Samuel Carter
Sometimes patients see that I am listed as a sports medicine surgeon and they ask, “Does that mean you only treat athletes?” While treating athletes of all levels is definitely a part of my practice, the majority of my patients do not actively participate in competitive sports.
In broad terms, a sports medicine specialist is someone with specialized education and training that focuses on the medical and therapeutic aspects ...
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