Apos® and the hips
Hip pain explained
The problem with hip pain is that it can trigger a downward spiral. When the pain starts—in order to avoid triggering the pain sensation—the hip joint muscles may “brace” themselves, making the hips more vulnerable to developing a chronic injury.
Apos® and hips
Apos® is designed to help you live better by working with the body’s natural biomechanics. The non-invasive Apos® device is used for about one hour a day, and works around your schedule – you can wear it at home, at work or outside. Specially customized for each patient, it is designed to redistribute the weight with minimal effort on your part.
Apos® is FDA-cleared for treating knee osteoarthritis and can be for general wellness to support conditions of the hips and lower back.
Unique benefits of Apos®
- Non-invasive
- Ongoing care to optimize results
- Fits into your daily routine
- Personalized to your body frame and movement patterns
Some of the more commonly used definitions for chronic hip pain include hip osteoarthritis, trochanteric bursitis and developmental dysplasia of the hip.
Hip pain can often be diagnosed by your physician or physical therapist by carrying out functional tests and discussing your symptoms.
Symptoms of chronic hip conditions include low walking speed, shortened step length and, of course, pain. When patients adjust their walking styles to compensate for pain, it may cause their joints to deteriorate further and can affect the lower back, knee joints and other areas of the body, too.
The symptoms are often worse upon waking up in the morning, after over-activity or when sitting or standing for a long period of time.
Multiple factors can harm the hip joint and surrounding soft tissues. These include wear-and-tear from aging, overuse, excessive flexibility, bad knee alignment, weak muscles and injury.
Risk factors that can increase a person’s chances for developing chronic hip conditions include obesity, genetics, gender (women are more likely to develop OA), overuse of the joint due to work or sports and previous joint trauma.
Is Apos® right for me?
Generally, Apos® is not suitable for individuals who:
- Have unexplained recurrent falls
- Experience balance problems (that require using a walking aid indoors)
- Suffer from especially severe osteoporosis
Otherwise, you are likely to be a good candidate for Apos®.
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