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Dominic Tse, MD: Orthopaedic Surgery

Patient Education: Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement

Your Hip Joint

A joint is formed by the ends of 2 or more bones. The hip must bear the full force of your weight and consists of two main parts:
  • A ball (femoral head) at the top of your thigh bone (femur)
  • A rounded socket (acetabulum) in your pelvis

What Causes Hip Joint Pain?

One of the most common causes of joint pain is arthritis. The most common types of arthritis are:
  • Osteoarthritis (OA)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
  • Post-traumatic Arthritis
  • Avascular Necrosis

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