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Latest condition guides, surgery education, and recovery resources

Condition Guide2026-05-30

Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Avascular necrosis of the hip is the death of bone tissue in the femoral head caused by disrupted blood supply. Without treatment it progresses to collapse of the joint surface and disabling arthritis, often in adults aged 30–50.

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Surgery Guide2026-05-30

Core Decompression Surgery for Hip AVN: What to Expect

Core decompression is a joint-preserving surgery for early-stage avascular necrosis of the hip. By drilling into the dead bone to relieve pressure and stimulate healing, it aims to prevent femoral head collapse and delay or avoid hip replacement.

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Recovery Guide2024-02-12

MPFL Reconstruction Recovery: Post-Operative Expectations

MPFL reconstruction recovery takes 5–7 months before return to sports. This guide covers the rehabilitation phases, key milestones, activity restrictions, and what to expect at each stage of recovery.

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Surgery Guide2024-02-11

MPFL Reconstruction with Allograft: Surgical Guide

MPFL reconstruction using allograft tissue restores patellar stability after recurrent dislocations. Learn about surgical candidacy, allograft selection, the step-by-step procedure, risks, and what to expect.

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Condition Guide2024-02-10

Patellar Dislocation and MPFL Tear: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

A patellar dislocation occurs when the kneecap shifts out of its groove, almost always tearing the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL). Learn about the anatomy, risk factors, diagnosis, and when surgery is needed.

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Surgery Guide2024-01-24

Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery: What to Expect

Cervical disc replacement (CDR) is a motion-preserving alternative to spinal fusion for herniated cervical discs. Learn who is a candidate, what happens on surgery day, and how recovery differs from anterior cervical fusion.

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Three Types of Guides

For every orthopedic topic, we provide three complementary resources to take you from diagnosis to full recovery.

Condition Guides

Understand your diagnosis — anatomy, causes, symptoms, imaging, and both conservative and surgical treatment options.

Surgery Guides

Know what to expect on surgery day — procedural steps in plain language, anesthesia, risks, and what to bring to the hospital.

Recovery Guides

Week-by-week recovery timelines, PT milestones, pain management, and when to return to work, sport, or normal activity.

For educational purposes only. OrthoEdHub content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek guidance from a qualified orthopedic surgeon or healthcare provider.