Patient Education: Minimally Invasive
Total Hip Replacement
 Your Hip Joint
A joint is formed by the ends of 2 or more bones. The hip must bear the full force of your weight and consists of two main parts:
- A ball (femoral head) at the top of your thigh bone (femur)
- A rounded socket (acetabulum) in your pelvis
What Causes Hip Joint Pain?
One of the most common causes of joint pain is arthritis. The most common types of arthritis are:
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Post-traumatic Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis
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