Start with a clear understanding.
Hip symptoms can arise from inside the joint or from nearby muscles, tendons, and other structures. Dr. Carlson evaluates the pattern of your pain and how your hip moves before discussing imaging or treatment.
Michael Carlson, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon focused on shoulder, knee, and hip care at Ridgeline Orthopedic Specialists in Utah Valley.
Concerns we can evaluate
- Hip labral tears
- Hip impingement (FAI)
- Activity-related hip & groin pain
- Hip stiffness & reduced motion
Your options, explained.
Start with understanding.
An evaluation helps you understand the problem and your choices. Non-surgical care and surgery may be discussed depending on your condition and goals.
Activity changes and physical therapy may help selected hip problems. For some labral injuries or impingement, hip arthroscopy may be an option. Arthroscopy and hip replacement address different problems; your evaluation helps clarify which care is appropriate.
Bring your questions. It helps to tell us which activities you miss most, what you have already tried, and what you want to understand before deciding on treatment.
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This page provides general education. A personal evaluation is needed for diagnosis and treatment recommendations.