NJ Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Oscar Vazquez, Educates Patients on Treating Hip Arthritis
Online, June 10, 2013 (Newswire.com) - Believed to affect over 10 million Americans, arthritis is a condition characterized by pain and stiffness of the joints. Commonly affecting the hip, Dr. Oscar Vazquez of Active Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine was on hand to discuss the triggers and treatments of this common condition.
"For many patients, hip arthritis can become extremely painful and debilitating," explains Dr. Vazquez. "A progressive condition, the symptoms of hip arthritis can continue to worsen if patients don't seek out medical treatment."
Caused by the wearing of a joint's soft, protective cartilage, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explains that, "When the cartilage wears away completely, bones rub directly against each other. This makes it very painful for you to move. You may lose the ability to rotate, flex or extend your hip. If you become less active to avoid the pain the muscles controlling your joint get weak, and you may start to limp."
Thankfully, however, modern orthopedic medicine offers several treatments. Dr. Vazquez shared a few of the most popular. "When treating hip arthritis, our practice never takes a 'one size fits all' approach. Instead, we work closely with patients to find the best treatment plan, suited to their medical needs and goals," explains Dr. Vazquez. "Common treatment methods include hip arthroscopy, hip replacement, or hip injections to provide temporary relief of chronic pain."
Offering advice to those exploring hip arthritis treatment for the first time, Dr. Vazquez concluded with this: "While hip arthritis can be painful and burdensome, it's important to remember that proper treatment is available. I encourage anyone living with this condition to contact our practice directly and find out which course of treatment is right for them."
Dr. Vazquez practices at Active Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Westwood and Hackensack. Interested parties are encouraged to find out more at www.activeorthopedic.com
About Dr. Vazquez
Dr. Oscar Vazquez is a highly respected orthopedic surgeon, practicing in Westwood and Hackensack, New Jersey. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Vazquez was awarded his Doctor of Medicine in 2003. He continued his studies at New York University/Hospital for Joint Diseases, where he was a Resident from June 2003 to June 2008. Dr. Vazquez received specialty training in Sports Medicine and Shoulder & Elbow Surgery as a Fellow at the University of Southern California.
Dr. Vazquez specializes in advanced arthroscopic procedures including the shoulder, elbow, and hip, as well as shoulder and elbow trauma, and joint reconstruction.
Practicing at Active Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Dr. Vazquez can be reached at (201) 358-0707 in Westwood, (201) 343-2277 in Hackensack or at www.activeorthopedic.com
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