Hip Conditions - The Leone Center for Orthopedic Care

Why Partial Hip Replacements Fail and Determining when It’s Time to Covert to a Total Hip Replacement

December 16, 2015

In a previous blog, I discussed in detail the difference between partial and total hip replacements. Basically, a partial hip replacement (hemiarthroplasty) is performed to treat femoral neck fractures which are a type of hip fracture.

Greater Trochanteric Bursitis: A Common Cause of Hip Pain

November 10, 2015

One of the most common sources of hip pain is greater trochanteric bursitis caused by inflammation of the bursa, which is located at the outward curve of the femur (thighbone) where it meets the hip bone.

Hip and Knee Q&A: Common Questions about Joint Pain, Pain Management and Treatment

September 16, 2015

In the second of a three-part Q&A series about joints, here are some of the most common questions patients at The Leone Center for Orthopedic Care ask about hips and knees.

Joint Replacement Surgery for Osteoarthritis Q&A

September 8, 2015

As comments and very detailed questions from readers continue to be posted on my blog, it occurred to me that it was time to do a series of Q&A posts that talk about joints and why they deteriorate, as well as what treatments and surgeries are available today to get people back on their feet and enjoying a pain-free lifestyle.

Total Hip Replacement Surgery Can Restore an Active Sports Lifestyle

August 21, 2015

In several past blog posts, I have discussed how total hip replacement surgery (THR) has been a game changer, not only for some elderly patients who have lost mobility but for younger and older men and women who seek treatment to regain active and/or maintain a vigorous lifestyle.

Poor Results after Hip Fracture Surgery Could Mean Infection

July 29, 2015

For this final post in the series I will discuss infection, which always must be considered after any type of surgery, especially when the surgical result was not as anticipated or acceptable.

Caring for Patients Who Don’t Heal Optimally After Treatment for Hip Fractures

July 6, 2015

The strategies for treatment and prognosis often are very different. Fortunately, most people who break hips and are treated surgically do well. However, this isn’t the case for everyone and there are a variety of reasons for poor outcomes.

Understanding Hip Fractures: How These Breaks Differ and Why Recovery Can Be Challenging

June 9, 2015

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Historically, hip fractures left patients crippled or even caused death due to lack of mobility and all its associated complications. Fortunately, this landscape is changing. Today, with the advances in prosthetics for hip replacement and hardware to repair fractures, not only have deaths been reduced, but people are getting back to active lifestyles.

Treat the Patient, Not the X-rays or Scans

May 7, 2015

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In this article I will discuss the patient who has significant disability from a hip or knee, but whose workup either is not definitive or doesn’t appear “severe enough” to warrant joint replacement.

Age Is Not the Determining Factor in Joint Replacement Surgery

February 16, 2015

Two of the most common questions we receive at The Leone Center for Orthopedic Care are, “How old is too old to have joint replacement surgery?” and “How young is too young to have Joint replacement surgery?”

Sharing Informative Questions and Comments from Our Readers

January 29, 2015

At The Leone Center for Orthopedic care, my staff and I have created a number of online platforms to provide information and answer patient questions: via email at LeoneCenter@holy-cross.com, our comprehensive website, informational blog and video gallery, both on the website and on You Tube.

Joint Preservation Strategies to Delay the Need for Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery

October 14, 2014

In the first of several blog posts about hip and knee joint preservation, I will discuss the mechanics of these amazing joints that help keep us moving and the conservative treatments that can delay and possibly prevent the eventual need for partial or total joint replacement.