Hip replacement surgery, also known as total hip arthroplasty, may be an option for you if your hip discomfort is interfering with your everyday activities and nonsurgical therapies haven't helped…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenDecember 6, 2019
The shoulder joint connects the glenoid (the “socket”) and the humerus (the “arm”). Unsurprisingly, the shoulder joint is called the glenohumeral joint. The joint itself is ball-shaped (humeral head)—that’s why…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenOctober 8, 2019
Femoroacetabular impingement is when tissues in the hip joint are pinched and begin to express pain. As the condition progresses, the pain may escalate, leaving an individual permanently debilitated. Though…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenOctober 4, 2019
Daily activities, from walking or running to sitting down and even sleeping, are dependant on a myriad of processes and structures in our bodies. Each joint and muscle serve a…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenOctober 3, 2019
Our hips are a vital aspect of movement in day-to-day activities. They are used in almost all activities, from running to walking, sitting down, and even wiggling toes. When the…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenSeptember 23, 2019
People use their hip joints in almost every non-sedentary action and even some sedentary ones. The hip plays an integral part in sitting, standing, walking, running, and even wiggling our…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenAugust 22, 2019
