Hip Preservation Specialist Practicing Near Falls Church, VA

Female athlete exercising outdoors

People of all ages have hip pain, but it is especially common in older adults who are susceptible to developing arthritis due to age-related cartilage degeneration and weakened bones. Gymnasts, dancers and other athletes who participate in sports that involve repetitive hip movements are also prone to hip injuries.

Although mild to moderate hip pain often responds well to a few days of rest, ice applications and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), a severe injury may require professional treatment from a hip specialist. But that doesn’t necessarily mean a hip replacement. At Nirschl Orthopaedic Center (NOC) near Falls Church, Virginia, Dr. Derek H. Ochiai is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip arthroscopy and hip joint preservation.

Minimally Invasive Treatment Options for Hip Conditions

Dr. Ochiai utilizes the latest minimally invasive techniques to address a variety of painful hip conditions, including:

  • Osteoarthritis of the hip
  • Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) syndrome
  • Greater trochanteric bursitis
  • Hip labral tears
  • Hip fractures and dislocations
  • Snapping hip syndrome

In addition to the latest innovations in hip arthroscopy, Dr. Ochiai offers a full spectrum of conservative treatments for hip pain, including physical therapy and medications. As a hip preservation specialist, his goal is to relieve pain and improve function while maintaining the natural anatomy of the hip joint whenever possible.

If you would like to meet with our hip specialist, contact Nirschl Orthopaedic Center at (703) 525-2200 to request an appointment at our location near Falls Church, VA.