What Is An Acetabular Fracture​? Everything You Need To Know

The hip joint plays a crucial role in mobility, bearing the weight of the body while enabling a wide range of movement. When the acetabulum—the socket part of the hip joint—fractures, the impact on mobility and quality of life can...

Hip replacement surgery is a life-changing procedure that can restore mobility and significantly improve quality of life for individuals suffering from chronic hip pain. However, one of the most pressing concerns for patients considering this surgery is the level of...

I trusted Dr. Mast after researching surgeons for a long time and reading all about the procedure. His name came up two times. I had my first hip done in 2023 then three months later the other hip. It was...

Effective pain management is key to a great recovery. At the Hip and Pelvis Institute, we take a multi-pronged approach to minimize the amount of pain you experience post-surgery.

After your surgery, the nursing team will help you put on some compression stockings. While not the most attractive accessories, they help control swelling and prevent blood clots. On discharge from hospital or surgical center you will also be provided...

The short answer is, you’ll know when the time is right for you. Ask yourself, is your hip pain making your life smaller, or slowly reducing the number of activities you can participate in? It might be time to consider...

A lot of people have some trepidation when they go see a surgeon, so having an understanding of the workflow from the outset is important.

The short answer is yes! We can look after you. In fact, we see quite a few patients at our center who come to us for surgery from out of the area.

The good news is that hip replacement surgeries today are better than ever. The biomaterials are well proven and we now have better knowledge of any potential risks.

Consultations often involve frank discussions about the potential surgical risks that you as an individual face. Our aim is to help you understand the possible issues and work with you to minimize them.