Our hip doctors at Litchfield Hills Orthopedic Associates, located in Torrington and Bristol, are recognized experts in the field and have the specialized knowledge and training to assess, diagnose, and treat a full range of hip injuries and conditions.
Supporting us while we stand, walk, or run, the hip joints' most important function is to provide us with balance. When hip pain strikes, it can be the result of a traumatic injury, our genetic disposition, or the natural aging process and general wear and tear. There are several common hip injuries and conditions that cause hip pain, including:
- Arthritis, or pain or stiffness in the hip
- Bursitis, or painful inflammation within or around the hip joint
- Dislocation, or the slip of one of the bones
- Fractures, or a break in the bone
- Hip impingement, or abnormal or wearing contact between the ball-and-socket hip joint
- Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease from wear and tear
- Rheumatoid arthritis, or immune system disorder
- Sports-related injuries and conditions
- Sprains or strains, or when muscle fibers within the hip are abnormally stretched or torn
- Tendon and ligament injuries
- Tendonitis (medically referred to as tendinitis), or inflammation of the tendons
- Trauma, or an unexpected injury to the hip
When to Choose a Hip Doctor Near You
Suffering from lingering symptoms of hip pain can lead to a prolonged or progressive condition or injury. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is recommended that you contact a physician near you for treatment:
- Discoloration or change in appearance
- Experiencing pain beyond the hip area
- Inability to walk or participate in daily activities without pain
- Loss of function or feeling
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness
- Severe pain that does not improve with rest
If you're experiencing hip pain or discomfort, start your journey to recovery by scheduling an appointment with one of our expertly trained hip surgeons. For consultation at our Torrington Office or our Bristol Office, simply request an appointment online today or call (860) 482-8539.
The Hip Experts at
Litchfield Hills Orthopedic Associates
in Torrington and Bristol
Our specialty-trained hip surgeons, Dr. Leigh Brezenoff, Dr. Frank Pompo, and Dr. Christopher Betz, are experienced and skilled in providing expert care for our hip and sports medicine patients. Though many hip conditions can be treated conservatively without surgery through the use of anti-inflammatory medication, injections, or physical therapy, there are injuries or conditions that may require surgery. If hip surgery is necessary for you, our doctors have the advanced training and expertise to perform several advanced surgical procedures and minimally invasive techniques, including:
- Corticosteroid
- Hip arthroscopy
- Hip replacement assessment
- Viscosupplementation
At Litchfield Hills Orthopedic Associates, our expert specialists and staff understand the first step towards reducing your hip pain and restoring your health is a proper diagnosis to determine the specific cause of your pain. To schedule a consultation with our specialty-trained hip doctor to discuss your condition and treatment options, you may request an appointment online or call (860) 482-8539 and be seen in Torrington or Bristol.
