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Hip

Osteoarthritis, impingement, labral tears, dysplasia and rotational abnormalities require different reasoning. Symptoms, clinical examination and imaging must tell a coherent story before treatment is chosen.

A severely worn X-ray does not by itself set the date for replacement

A severely worn X-ray does not by itself set the date for replacement.

In younger patients, hip preservation may require analysis of the labrum, acetabular coverage, stability and femoral version

In younger patients, hip preservation may require analysis of the labrum, acetabular coverage, stability and femoral version.

Total hip replacement is discussed when pain and loss of function remain significant despite reasonable non-surgical care

Total hip replacement is discussed when pain and loss of function remain significant despite reasonable non-surgical care.

The objective after treatment is to regain an active life, with sport returning progressively according to recovery and previous experience

The objective after treatment is to regain an active life, with sport returning progressively according to recovery and previous experience.

Consultations with Dr Julien Stanovici are available in French and English.

Medical references / source

  1. French reference page with full bibliography
  2. swiss orthopaedics — recommendations
  3. SOFCOT — recommendations