Treat Hip Osteoarthritis Without Surgery In New Jersey, NY
Treat Hip OA Without Surgery At Rehabilitation Medicine Center
Pain is one of the most frequent symptoms associated with hip osteoarthritis, often occurring more consistently than stiffness or limited mobility.1 If you’ve been told that your hip pain is due to osteoarthritis and that joint replacement surgery is the only option, it’s worth exploring all available treatment alternatives.
At Rehabilitation Medicine Center of New Jersey, NY, physicians in the licensed Regenexx network offer interventional orthopedic procedures designed to help reduce pain and support the body’s natural repair processes. These non-surgical options may lead to shorter recovery times and fewer complications compared to traditional surgery.
| 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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How Does The Regenexx Approach Work?
At Regenexx, a specialized approach to orthopedic care called Interventional Orthopedics was developed to address joint conditions without surgery. Procedures using Regenexx injectates involve advanced image guidance to deliver your body’s own bone marrow concentrate directly to targeted areas within the hip joint.
These procedures are designed to support the body’s natural healing response by delivering concentrated cells to the area of injury, which may aid in tissue repair and help improve hip joint stability, function, and mobility.4
Am I a candidate?What Are The Risks Of Hip Replacement Surgery And Other Treatments?
At Rehabilitation Medicine Center of New Jersey, NY, patients are encouraged to carefully consider all options before pursuing major surgical procedures like hip replacement or resurfacing. These interventions are invasive and often involve extended physical therapy and prolonged discomfort as the joint gradually regains function. Surgery carries potential risks, including complications from anesthesia (such as stroke or heart attack), infection, blood clots, pseudotumors, prosthetic failure, and allergic reactions to metal joint components.⁵⁻⁶ In many cases, joint replacements may require revision surgery over time.
Although some individuals choose surgery with the hope of returning to previous activity levels, research shows this isn’t always the case. A 2016 meta-analysis of 17 clinical trials found no statistically significant improvement in physical activity for up to a year following a primary total hip replacement.⁷ Additionally, common pain management strategies such as NSAIDs may elevate the risk of cardiovascular issues, while opioids have a high potential for misuse. Steroid injections may also present significant drawbacks.⁷⁻¹⁰
See how the Regenexx approach helped Todd avoid a second hip replacement surgery for hip arthritis.
Note: As with any medical procedure, those performed using Regenexx lab processes may vary in outcome. Patient testimonials shared on this site reflect individual experiences and should not be considered a guarantee of results for others.
The Regenexx Approach To Hip Pain At Rehabilitation Medicine Center
During your evaluation, physicians in the licensed Regenexx network assess joint movement and may use ultrasound to view the hip in motion. This real-time imaging helps identify the source of discomfort, how it affects function, and what may be contributing to the issue.
After your assessment, your physician will develop a treatment plan tailored to your condition and goals. Recommended procedures may include:
- Regenexx SD Injectate – uses a patented protocol involving bone marrow concentrate containing your body’s own cells
- Regenexx-SCP Injectate: A proprietary formulation of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with higher concentration than bedside centrifuge methods.
- Regenexx-PL Injectate: A refined PRP derivative known as platelet lysate, designed to deliver a rapid and focused release of growth factors.
Webinar: Non-Surgical Approaches To Hip Osteoarthritis Pain
Join Chris Centeno, M.D., founder of Regenexx, as he discusses how the Regenexx approach may help address hip pain related to arthritis using non-surgical methods that often involve less downtime than traditional surgery.
In this session, you’ll learn:
- How Regenexx procedures using bone marrow concentrate and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) compare to surgical and other conventional hip pain treatments
- What to expect before, during, and after a procedure
- Answers to common questions about the use of orthobiologic treatments in managing joint pain
FAQs
Hip osteoarthritis involves the gradual breakdown of joint tissue in the hip, which can lead to reduced function and mobility. This condition may develop due to factors such as inflammation, genetic tendencies, past injuries, infections, or natural joint wear over time.
While hip arthritis is most commonly seen in individuals in their 60s and 70s, it can occur earlier depending on factors like physical activity, body weight, and the unique structure of the hip joint.
In some individuals, particularly during the early stages, hip arthritis may first appear as stiffness or a reduced range of motion. As the condition progresses and joint degeneration increases, discomfort or pain typically becomes more noticeable over time.
MRI imaging is often useful in identifying degenerative changes in the hip. In the video below, Chris Centeno, M.D., highlights three key signs of arthritis that can be seen on a hip MRI.
Hip resurfacing may initially seem like a less invasive alternative to total hip replacement, leading many to assume it involves fewer risks. However, that’s not always the case. In a standard hip replacement, both the ball and socket of the joint are removed and replaced with artificial components made of metal, ceramic, or a combination. A stemmed implant is inserted into the femur’s marrow cavity.
In contrast, hip resurfacing preserves the femur by reshaping the natural ball and capping it with a metal covering rather than removing it entirely. While this approach maintains more of the natural bone structure, it comes with its own set of risks. Research shows a higher likelihood of thighbone fractures, larger surgical incisions and resulting scars, development of pseudotumors, earlier prosthetic failure, and exposure to metal debris released into the bloodstream from metal-only implant materials.¹¹⁻¹²
