Hip 101: Understanding Your Pain and Options for Relief
Posted on by Paige Gibbens, PT, DPT, MHA
Within the healthcare system, it can feel like there’s a lot of jargon out there, making it difficult to make sense of your symptoms and the available treatment options. Understanding what is going on when you are in pain is comforting and allows for a better understanding of treatment plans. The hip, specifically, is a very complicated joint with many abbreviations and terms that require further explanation. Below, you will find definitions and understanding of FAI, IFI, THA, acetabulum, labrum, and dysplasia – all common medical terms pertaining to the hip.
