Non-surgical Treatment of Hip
Non-Surgical Treatment of the Hip in Oklahoma City
Dr. Paul Jacob provides non-surgical treatment of the hip in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, including X-ray-guided hip injections for patients experiencing pain and inflammation. As a fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement specialist with advanced training in adult reconstruction at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Jacob evaluates each patient's condition to determine whether nonsurgical care may provide meaningful pain relief.
Hip pain can result from arthritis, bursitis, synovitis, labral problems, trauma, or other conditions. When symptoms do not adequately improve with initial conservative measures, an image-guided hip injection may help reduce inflammation and discomfort while also helping identify the source of pain.
X-ray Guided Hip Injections
Non-surgical Treatment of HipThe hip joint is a ball and socket joint and is the largest weight-bearing joint in the human body. The head of the thigh bone or femur forms the “ball” and the acetabulum of the pelvis is the “socket”. These bones join together to form the hip joint.
The hip joint is made up of:
- Bones and joints
- Ligaments
- Muscles and tendons
- Nerves and blood vessels
The hip joint may become painful and inflamed due to various conditions.
Hip joint injections can help diagnose the source of pain as well as alleviate the discomfort. A hip joint injection is a mixture of an anesthetic which blocks pain impulses and a steroid which reduces inflammation to the area. Hip joint injections are a conservative treatment approach to relieve hip pain.
Disease Overview
The hip joint helps to bear your body's weight while standing, walking and running. The joint may become painful and inflamed due to overuse, trauma or certain medical conditions such as osteoarthritis, leading to pain in the hip, low back, buttock or leg. The pain may increase with certain activities and movements.
Indications
Hip joint injections are usually indicated to treat hip joint pain not relieved by other conservative treatment options. Conditions treated with hip joint injections include:
- Arthritis (inflammation of the joints)
- Bursitis (inflammation of fluid-filled sacs that act as a cushion between bones and soft tissue present in the joint)
- Synovitis (inflammation of the joint lining)
- Defects of the hip labrum (the raised rim of cartilage that borders the lining of the acetabulum)
- Trauma or post-surgical pain
Surgical procedure
Hip joint injection is performed with the patient sedated lying face up on an X-ray table.
- The injection site is identified on your hip with the help of live X-ray guidance.
- The skin over this site is cleansed and covered with sterile drapes. An anesthetic injection is administered to numb the skin.
- A needle is guided into the hip joint with the help of live X-ray imaging and a dye is instilled to confirm its position.
An injection of anesthetic and steroid medicine is then administered.
- Once completed, the needle is removed and the injection site covered with a small dressing. You are then taken to the recovery room.
- You are observed for about 15 minutes following the procedure and once stable are discharged to home.
- The entire procedure takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes.
Post-Operative Care
Your doctor will prescribe medication and ice pack applications to help relieve any pain and soreness at the injection site.
You are advised not to drive, bathe or shower immediately after the procedure. The anesthetic in the injection usually has an immediate effect. The steroid component will start to show effects in 2-3 days.
Risks and complications
Risks and complications with this procedure are rare and include
- Bruising at the injection site
- Allergic reaction
- Infection
- Leg problems or weakness
Why Choose Dr. Paul Jacob for Non-Surgical Treatment of the Hip in Oklahoma City?
Dr. Paul Jacob is a Cleveland Clinic-trained adult reconstruction specialist whose practice focuses on hip and knee conditions. His approach includes evaluating nonsurgical options before considering surgery when appropriate, helping patients understand their available treatment choices based on their symptoms, diagnosis, and individual goals.
X-ray-guided hip injections can provide targeted treatment directly within the hip joint. The use of live imaging helps the physician accurately position the injection, while the combination of anesthetic and corticosteroid medication may provide temporary pain relief and reduce inflammation.
Patients considering non-surgical hip treatment in Oklahoma City may benefit from:
- Fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Cleveland Clinic
- Dedicated focus on hip and knee conditions
- X-ray-guided hip injection treatment
- Evaluation of arthritis and other sources of hip pain
- Individualized nonsurgical treatment planning
- A treatment approach focused on appropriate care before surgery
Non-Surgical Treatment of the Hip FAQs
What is a hip joint injection?
A hip joint injection delivers medication directly into the hip joint. It commonly contains a local anesthetic and corticosteroid. The anesthetic can provide short-term pain relief, while the corticosteroid may help reduce inflammation.
What conditions can be treated with hip injections?
Hip injections may be considered for certain patients with conditions such as osteoarthritis, bursitis, synovitis, labral problems, trauma-related pain, or postsurgical hip pain. Treatment depends on the underlying diagnosis.
Why are hip injections performed using X-ray guidance?
X-ray guidance allows the physician to visualize the hip joint and accurately guide the needle into the intended location. This helps ensure that the medication is delivered to the targeted area.
How long does a hip injection take?
The injection procedure itself is relatively brief, although the complete appointment may take longer because of preparation and recovery. Your care team will provide specific instructions before and after the procedure.
How quickly does a hip injection work?
The anesthetic component may provide relatively immediate temporary pain relief. The corticosteroid may take several days to begin reducing inflammation. The duration and degree of relief vary between patients.
Are there risks associated with hip injections?
Although complications are uncommon, potential risks include temporary soreness or bruising, infection, allergic reaction, and temporary weakness or other leg-related symptoms. Dr. Jacob can discuss the potential risks and benefits before treatment.
Non-Surgical Hip Treatment in Oklahoma City
If hip pain is interfering with walking, exercise, work, or everyday activities, Dr. Paul Jacob provides non-surgical hip treatment in Oklahoma City to help identify appropriate options for pain management. X-ray-guided hip injections may be considered for patients who need targeted treatment for hip pain and inflammation.
Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Paul Jacob in Oklahoma City to learn whether a hip injection or another nonsurgical treatment may be appropriate for you. Patients from Edmond, Norman, and surrounding Oklahoma communities can receive individualized evaluation and treatment for painful hip conditions.
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