A 43-year-old member asked:
are there braces for hips to keep them from popping out of place?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Kent answered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 12 years experience
Yes: There are many braces, but you should speak to an orthopedic surgeon to see is a brace would be right for you and which one. You may also benefit from physical therapy to help support the hip from within. Discuss with your physician to be safe.
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Last updated Apr 17, 2015
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