Hip pathology

Hip Joint Diseases

Knee and Hip Pathology at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City: A Comprehensive Guide

Knee and hip pain is among the most common patient complaints, particularly with advancing age. Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi provides distinguished services in the field of knee and hip pathology, thanks to its highly experienced and skilled medical team, modern medical equipment and advanced technologies.

What Is Knee and Hip Pathology?

Knee and hip pathology is concerned with the study, diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the knee and hip joints, which are among the most important joints in the human body. These conditions include:

• Arthritis: Inflammation of the cartilage covering the joint surface, causing pain, stiffness and limited movement
• Injuries: Such as fractures, sprains and dislocations
• Degenerative conditions: Such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• Other conditions: Such as gout, tendinitis and ligament disorders

Symptoms

Symptoms of vary according to the condition. Common symptoms include:

• Pain: The most common symptom, which may be acute or chronic
• Stiffness: Especially after prolonged periods of rest
• Difficulty with movement: Such as walking, climbing stairs and sitting
• Swelling: Which may result from inflammation or fluid accumulation within the joint
• Clicking or popping of the joints: When moving the joint

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is based on clinical examination, the patient’s medical history and additional investigations such as:

• X‑rays: To evaluate the joint bones
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): To assess soft tissues such as cartilage and ligaments
• Computed tomography (CT): To provide detailed assessment of bones and soft tissues
• Synovial fluid analysis: To evaluate for inflammation or infection within the joint

Treatment

Management depends on the specific condition and its severity and may include:

• Medicines: Such as analgesics, anti‑inflammatory drugs and disease‑modifying medicines
• Physiotherapy: To strengthen muscles and improve range of motion
• Injections: Such as corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid injections
• Surgery: In severe cases, such as joint replacement

Why Choose SSMC?

SSMC is a distinguished destination for the treatment of knee and hip disorders, thanks to:

• Its exceptional medical team: Highly experienced and skilled in diagnosing and managing knee and hip disorders
• State‑of‑the‑art medical equipment: Such as X‑ray systems, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT)

Contact Us

For more information, please call SSMC on 800 7762 or schedule an appointment here.