Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Schultz
In the hip, the round end of the femur (thigh bone) fits snugly into the pelvic socket acetabulum) and is cushioned by cartilage. When the joint is damaged, the resulting pain often is treated with medication. If that doesn’t help, hip resurfacing surgery may be an option for younger, more active patients. The procedure replaces the surfaces of the hip joint, attaching a metal lining to the hip socket. In the hip, the round end … Read the rest