Integrative Solutions for Hip Pain & Arthritis in Los Angeles

Hip pain, whether from arthritis, bursitis, or tendon issues, can make walking, climbing stairs, and even sitting uncomfortable for Los Angeles residents. Dr. Zev Nevo offers a thorough evaluation to identify the source of your hip pain and provides evidence-based, non-surgical treatment plans at Body and Mind Pain Center, integrating medical expertise with a holistic wellness perspective.

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Understanding Hip Pain:

Symptoms can include pain in the groin, side of the hip, buttock, or thigh; stiffness; limping; or pain with specific movements. Common causes include:

  • Hip Osteoarthritis.
  • Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (Hip Bursitis).
  • Gluteal Tendinopathy or Tears.
  • Hip Labral Tears or sensitivity related to Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI).
  • Piriformis Syndrome.
  • Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction referring pain to the hip area.
  • Muscle strains or trigger points.
  • Referred pain from the lumbar spine.

Our Integrative Approach to Hip Pain:

Dr. Nevo’s approach to hip pain relief in Los Angeles includes:

  • Diagnosis: Comprehensive history, detailed physical and OMT exam focusing on hip, pelvis, and lumbar spine mechanics; diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound to assess joints, tendons, bursae.
  • OMT: Techniques to address pelvic alignment, lumbar/hip mechanics, release muscle tension (glutes, piriformis, hip flexors), and improve joint mobility.
  • Ultrasound-Guided Interventions: Precise injections for hip joint arthritis (HA, steroid, PRP), trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendons, or trigger points.
  • Regenerative Medicine: PRP injections Los Angeles for hip osteoarthritis or gluteal tendinopathy/tears.
  • Functional Medicine: Investigating inflammation via the Wellness Clinic.
  • Wellness Clinic Support: Guidance on therapeutic exercise, biomechanics, and weight management if applicable.

Patient Empowerment & Goals:

Our focus is reducing your hip pain, improving your walking and mobility, enhancing stability, and allowing you to return to desired activities.

The Body and Mind Pain Center Difference:

Benefit from Dr. Nevo’s integrated expertise in PM&R, OMT, advanced ultrasound, and regenerative medicine for hip pain in Los Angeles. Our patient-centered, evidence-based, fiduciary care, combined with support from our Wellness Clinic, provides a comprehensive pathway to recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What non-surgical options exist for hip arthritis?

Options include Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) to optimize joint mechanics, ultrasound-guided injections like Hyaluronic Acid (“gel shots”) or Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Functional Medicine strategies to reduce inflammation, targeted exercises, and weight management support through our Wellness Clinic.

How can OMT help hip bursitis?

Hip bursitis is often related to underlying biomechanical issues causing friction over the bursa. OMT addresses these root causes by improving hip, pelvic, and lower back mechanics, and releasing tension in related muscles like the glutes and TFL (tensor fascia latae).

Is PRP effective for gluteal tendon tears?

Yes, for partial tears or chronic degeneration (tendinopathy) of the gluteal tendons, ultrasound-guided PRP injections are an evidence-based treatment showing positive results in promoting tissue healing and reducing lateral hip pain for many Los Angeles patients.

What does an ultrasound-guided hip injection involve?

The hip joint is deep, making ultrasound guidance crucial for accuracy and safety. Dr. Nevo uses real-time imaging to visualize the joint space, bursa, or tendon and precisely guide the needle, ensuring the medication or PRP is delivered exactly where needed.

How does low back or SI joint pain relate to hip pain?

The low back, SI joints, pelvis, and hips function as an interconnected unit. Problems in one area, like SI joint dysfunction or a lumbar disc issue, can alter your gait and movement patterns, putting extra stress on the hip joint and potentially causing or worsening hip pain. Dr. Nevo assesses this entire kinetic chain.

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