When the word “surgery” comes to mind, most people think of traditional open surgeries. However, arthroscopy is a procedure that is less invasive and uses a relatively tiny incision. Patients who undergo arthroscopic knee surgery can expect an outpatient procedure with a short recovery period. However, as with any surgery, there may be risks and…
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How to Treat Hip Bursitis
Bursitis refers to the inflammation of the bursae—the small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion and help the bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles near the joints glide smoothly during all kinds of movements. The hip is one of the joints particularly prone to bursitis. The condition commonly affects the two major bursae in the hip: the trochanteric…