Non-Surgical Treatment for Hip Pain in Phoenix, Arizona
Can Hip Pain Be Treated Without Surgery?
Yes. While surgery is a typical recommendation for patients experiencing significant hip pain, it is not the only available option.
For those seeking alternatives, procedures using orthobiologics may help reduce pain and may support the body’s natural healing response, without the need for invasive surgery. This approach may offer less downtime and may carry fewer risks compared to surgical intervention.
Physicians in the licensed Regenexx network at Mountain View Headache and Spine Institute in Phoenix, Arizona, perform image-guided procedures using Regenexx injectates to target damaged tissues in the hip. Each treatment plan is customized to the patient’s condition, whether the pain stems from a recent injury or a degenerative joint issue.
| Regenexx-SD | Surgery | |
|---|---|---|
| Return to Daily Routine | 2 to 5 days | 6+ weeks |
| Return to Sports | 3 to 6 months | 1 year |
| Recovery | Brace, up to 6 weeks PT | Crutches, brace, extensive, no driving, 3 to 6 months PT |
| Pain Management | Mostly over-the-counter pain medication (days) | Prescription pain medication for weeks (weeks) |
| General Anesthesia | No | Yes |
| Keep Your Hip Joint | Yes | No |
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What Types of Hip Injuries May Be Treated with the Regenexx Approach?
The complex structures contributing to hip stability and movement, including the tendons, ligaments, and surrounding muscles, may be affected by injury in addition to bone fractures. Furthermore, joint function may be impacted over time by degenerative changes, such as those caused by osteoarthritis.
These types of hip conditions may be considered for treatment using procedures that follow Regenexx processing. The most commonly evaluated hip conditions by physicians in the licensed Regenexx network include:
Results
Individual outcomes may vary. For more information about patient outcomes, please visit our Patients’ Results page: https://regenexx.com/results/.
How Does the Regenexx Approach for Hip Injuries Work?
Less invasive alternatives to hip surgery are available through the Regenexx approach, which utilizes image-guided injections of a patient’s own bone marrow concentrate (BMC) into areas of damage within the hip joint[1-2]. This outpatient procedure is performed with precision which may support the body’s natural healing response without the need for surgical intervention.
These procedures, performed by physicians in the licensed Regenexx network, which may help reduce pain and may help improve function by delivering concentrated cellular healing agents directly to the affected tissues[3]. The goal is to support joint stability and mobility by encouraging the repair of damaged structures over time.
Webinar: Exploring Non-Surgical Options for Hip Pain Relief
Join Chris Centeno, M.D., founder of Regenexx, for an informative webinar on how procedures using Regenexx lab processes may help reduce hip pain and may help improve function, without the need for surgery.
In this free session, you’ll learn:
- How procedures using bone marrow concentrate and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may compare to surgery and other commonly used options for addressing hip pain
- What to expect before, during, and after a procedure using Regenexx lab processes
- Answers to common questions about procedures using interventional orthobiologics provided by physicians in the licensed Regenexx network
FAQs
The hip is a very versatile and stable ball-and-socket joint with an extensive range of movement. It bears the body’s weight via the connection between the pelvis and upper thigh and allows us to walk, run, and jump.
The joint is comprised of two parts: the ball at the head of the femur (thighbone) and the socket (acetabulum), which is a collar of cartilage in the pelvis that surrounds the head of the femur and is designed for stability and bearing weight.
Several ligaments and tendons surrounding the hip joint provide added function and stability. Both ligaments and tendons can get torn or injured with wear and tear or trauma. In the case of hip tendons, the most common injuries are to the iliotibial (IT) band, abductor tendon, and hamstring tendon.
Most hip injuries are generally associated with some pain due to the size of the joint and its compromised functionality. It is second only to the knee in terms of joint size, and even minor injuries to the hip joint can cause some degree of pain. Sometimes, however, stiffness or decreased range of motion may be the primary symptom.
Yes, most hip injuries and causes of chronic hip pain can be identified with an MRI. They provide good definition for large muscles, tendon tears, and areas of inflammation. Joint degeneration and arthritis can also usually be identified.
Watch the video below to learn more about the top three things to look for when reading a hip MRI.
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References
- Centeno CJ. Efficacy and Safety of Bone Marrow Concentrate for Osteoarthritis of the Hip; Treatment Registry Results for 196 Patients. J Stem Cell Res Ther 2014;04(10). doi:10.4172/2157-7633.1000242.
- Friedlis MF, Centeno CJ. Performing a Better Bone Marrow Aspiration. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2016 Nov;27(4):919-939. doi: 10.1016/j.pmr.2016.06.009. PMID: 27788908.
- Centeno CJ, Kisiday J, Freeman M, Schultz JR. Partial regeneration of the human hip via autologous bone marrow nucleated cell transfer: A case study. Pain Physician. 2006 Jul;9(3):253-6.
