Bushnell, FL
A 55-year-old female asked:
Could a hip injury 7yrs without teatment end up gettimg worn out needed replacement?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Internal Medicine 33 years experience
Yes: If there is fracture and healed inappropriately with the wrong angle , displaced from its natural place , will definitely cause problem . The other points are ma-union or non union of the two ends of the bone will result abnormal gait putting pressure on the normal hip resulting damaging of the non injured hip.
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Dr. Mitchell Cohenanswered
Psychiatry 38 years experience
Need more info: The knee is a complex joint that carries a substanial burden of weight and which is moved by powerful muscle forces. Hip joint arthritis is therefore common. At your age you should be examined to get a diagnosis. You may need imaging of the hip. Treatments like joint injections, p.T. , and anti-inflammatory drugs may be indicated. There is no reason to expect needing total hip replacement.
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Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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