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01-08-2015 | Original Paper

Ultrasound and fluoroscopy are unnecessary for injections into the arthritic hip

Authors: Tom Schmidt-Braekling, Wenzel Waldstein, Lisa Renner, Alejandro Gonzales Della Valle, Jad Bou Monsef, Friedrich Boettner

Published in: International Orthopaedics | Issue 8/2015

Abstract

Purpose

We investigated the effectiveness of non-image-guided hip injections.

Methods

We retrospectively evaluated 369 intra-articular hip injections in 331 patients using anatomical landmarks. The percentage and duration of pain relief was documented. Hip injections were grouped in responders and nonresponders (50 % maximum pain relief as a cut off).

Results

In 82% (n = 304) of hip injections, patients responded positively and experienced >50 % pain relief. Nonresponders had a significantly higher body mass index (p = 0.007).

Conclusions

Hip injections using anatomical landmarks are an effective treatment option for patients with osteoarthritis of the hip.

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Title: Ultrasound and fluoroscopy are unnecessary for injections into the arthritic hip
Authors: Tom Schmidt-Braekling
Wenzel Waldstein
Lisa Renner
Alejandro Gonzales Della Valle
Jad Bou Monsef
Friedrich Boettner
Publication date: 01-08-2015
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: International Orthopaedics / Issue 8/2015
Print ISSN: 0341-2695
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5195
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00264-014-2648-8

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Ultrasound and fluoroscopy are unnecessary for injections into the arthritic hip

Abstract

Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusions

Keynote webinar | Spotlight on medication adherence

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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