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Over 3 years ago, Katie was in a car accident.  Little did she know that day would lead to years of pain flaring up in her right hip from a labral tear.  Katie’s an active mom of four kids.  She loves to run, water and snow ski, and spend time with friends and family.  When … read more

Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is the inability to relax and contract the pelvic floor muscles correctly in order to, support the pelvic organs and therefore imperative to proper bowel, bladder, and sexual functions. Common risk factors for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction include childbirth, age, and menopause. The pelvic floor is best illustrated as a hammock that … read more

When you are experiencing pain in a muscle, tendon, ligament or joint, start by seeing a pain management specialist.  Since most musculoskeletal injuries are non-surgical, starting with a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating orthopedic pain makes sense. Pain management doctors treat anything other than a fracture and are also experts in diagnosing nerve … read more

When it comes to hip pain, getting the right care depends on your ability to find the right doctor. Impingement in the hip often causes labral tears. This collectively is referred to as femoroacetabular impingement. This is a newer diagnosis that orthopedic specialists have only recently come to understand. Hip arthroscopy, which is used to … read more

Diagnosing the cause of hip pain can be a challenge because the hip is a complex joint. Hip pain caused by impingement and subsequently a labral tear occurs in both males and females, usually between the ages of 16 – 45.  It tends to be more common in females and often affects athletes or individuals … read more