By Boyd W. Haynes, III, MD A common cause of pain in the groin is a labral tear of the hip. The acetabular labrum is a ring of cartilage that surrounds the acetabulum (hip socket), and helps the head of the femur stay inside of the socket. There are two separate segments of the labrum,… Read more »
Category: Hip Care
What is Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction?
The Diagnosis, Evaluation and Treatment of Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction As an orthopaedic surgeon, I treat a very wide range of musculoskeletal conditions on a daily basis. Some patients improve by taking an anti-inflammatory medication, others need physical therapy to retrain muscles to interact with and support their bones, while other patients will eventually need surgery…. Read more »
Ilio-Tibial Band Pain and Inflammation of the Hip, Upper Leg and Knee
Ever heard of the Ilio-tibial Band? No, it is not the hottest group of rockers out of the UK, introducing their latest video on MTV and appearing soon with Lady Gaga. The IT Band is a large, fibrous sheath of connective tissue which attaches at the hip and runs the length of the femur to… Read more »