Hip Fracture Treatment
Fractures of the hip are common. In Melbourne, Specialist hip surgeons will usually treat these fractures with surgery. Some hips require hip replacement surgery. Surgeons at Victorian Bone and Joint Specialists will assess patients who fracture their hip and will help decide on the type of hip replacement that is best for you. Often medical […]
Hip Dysplasia Surgery
Hip Dysplasia Surgery OverviewThe hip is a “ball-and-socket” joint. In a normal hip, the ball at the upper end of the femur (thighbone) fits firmly into the socket, which is a curved portion of the pelvis called the acetabulum. In a young person with hip dysplasia, the hip joint has not developed normally, the socket […]
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Arthroscopy in Melbourne OverviewHip arthroscopy is a highly specialised surgical procedure that allows our surgeons to see inside the hip joint without making a large incision (cut) through the skin and other tissues. Arthroscopy is used to diagnose and treat a wide range of hip problems. Our surgeons have gained expert knowledge on hip […]
Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO) Handbook and Pathway
OverviewWhat is a PAO?A PAO is a procedure which is done to correct deformity of the pelvis, typically due to hip dysplasia or other structural problems. Most patients who undergo PAO surgery are less than 35yrs of age and they have hip pain. PAO surgery has been shown to be highly effective at treating hip […]
Revision Hip Replacement
OverviewSurgeons at Victorian Bone and Joint are fellowship trained in hip replacement and revision hip replacement surgery. They regularly assess patients in Melbourne for hip conditions and can recommend hip surgery when required. Revision hip replacement surgery is a special interest for surgeons at Victorian Bone and Joint Specialists. If you have a problematic hip […]
Hip Arthroscopy: Post-Operative Physiotherapy Protocol
Phase 1 (Week 1-3): Swelling Reduction, Pain Control, Muscular Activation Aims Protected Weight Bearing Compression + Cryotherapy Exercises Phase 2 (Week 3-6): Range of Motion and Strengthening Aims Swelling control Swimming with pool buoy Exercises Phase 3 (Week 6-12): Advanced Retraining Exercises Phase 4 (3-6 months): Sport Specific Retraining Goals Exercises If at any time […]
Hip Injections
Overview If your hip is painful and causing significant problems in your day-to-day life you may be suffering from arthritis. Surgeons at Victorian Bone and Joint regularly assess patients for hip conditions and can recommend hip surgery when required. Sometimes it can be difficult to know how many of your symptoms are coming from the […]
Periprosthetic Hip Fracture Treatment
OverviewSurgeons at Victorian Bone and Joint are fellowship trained in hip replacement surgery. Their team in Melbourne regularly assess patients for hip conditions and can recommend hip surgery when required. Revision hip replacement surgery for complex fractures is a special interest of Dr Stevens and Dr Slattery. This type of surgery is complex and often […]
Total Hip Replacement
Total Hip Replacement: An Introduction Total hip replacement, also known as hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace a worn-out or damaged hip joint with an artificial joint (prosthesis). This surgery is usually performed to relieve pain and improve function in patients with severe hip arthritis or hip joint damage. At Victorian Bone and […]
Labral Tear Surgery
Introducing Treatment for Labral Tear in the Hip A hip labral tear involves damage to the labrum, the cartilage that surrounds the hip socket, providing stability and cushioning to the hip joint. This condition can result in pain, clicking or locking sensations, and decreased range of motion. Surgery may be necessary when conservative treatments such […]