Sudden hip pain, shooting pain, a dull ache — all can be symptoms of issues involving your hip. The hip joint contains the ball of the thigh bone and the pelvis socket. It’s held in place with strong, ...

The hip joint can withstand repeated motion and a fair amount of wear and tear. As the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body, its structure allows for fluid movement. Whenever you use the hip (for ...

Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that fuses (attaches) two or more vertebrae together. It’s usually done to reduce pain and improve the stability of the spine. While it can be a helpful procedure ...