2023 Annual Meeting Hip Access Pass-Clinical Evaluation and Patient Optimization of the Hip Preservation Patient

Clinical Evaluation and Patient Optimization of the Hip Preservation Patient

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Dr. Al Stubbs discusses hip preservation, emphasizing early intervention for chronic hip pain (3-6 months) to improve outcomes. He highlights the importance of patient history, physical exam, and managing expectations, noting that quality of life improvements hinge on meeting patient goals like mobility and daily activities. Diagnostic challenges include differentiating inter- and extra-articular issues, hip instability, and recognizing atypical pain. Surgical decisions should aim for at least five years of effective results, supported by careful post-op rehab prioritizing motion, endurance, and strength without routine narcotics. Advances in orthobiologics hold promise for future treatments and altering hip disease progression.

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Allston J. Stubbs IV, M.D., M.B.A.

Keywords

hip preservation

early intervention

chronic hip pain

diagnostic challenges

orthobiologics