Vol. 3, No. 2

Hip Resurfacing - What do I need to know? By Mark Schinsky, M.D.

Basic Hip Anatomy. Your hip is essentially a ball-andsocket joint that connects
your leg (femur or thigh bone) to your trunk (pelvis). The head of your femur (the top, rounded, balllike part) fits into your acetabulum (the rounded socket part..
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Commom Causes of Wrist Pain By J. Pinnello, M.D.

The wrist is a complex joint that connects the hand to the forearm. It contains eight bones and their associated ligaments as well as the surrounding tendons and nerves that support the function of the hand and fingers. A wide variety... read more >>

Do I have bursitis or tendinitis? By Dr. O'Connor

I am often asked, “What is the difference between bursitis and tendonitis?” or “Will I need a joint replacement for my hip bursitis?” Another patient may lament, “My hip hurts too much to just have bursitis, it must be more serious than that!” This article will address these questions and shed... read more >>



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