
Explore injuries and treatments for the hip
Fracture of the upper femur, just below the femoral head. Common in older adults....
Progressive wear of the joint cartilage that causes pain and limited movement....
Damage to the ring of cartilage around the hip socket....
The femoral head comes out of the hip socket (acetabulum)....
Fracture from a minor or no injury in people with low bone density....
Replacement of the damaged joint with a metal or ceramic prosthesis....