Avascular Necrosis Treatments
At ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, we are leaders in effective treatments for avascular necrosis. You can trust us to provide world-class care and compassionate support. We work closely with you to deliver a precise diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan.
- Unmatched expertise in diagnosing avascular necrosis using enhanced imaging technology
- Advanced treatment options, including the latest core decompression procedures, cell and bone grafting, other joint-saving procedures, computer-assisted surgery, and minimally invasive joint replacement techniques
- Team of leading experts who specialize in advanced joint imaging and orthopaedics, working together to deliver the highest quality care
- Comprehensive services and support, including leading physical therapists who create customized care plans just for you
- Ease of access to care, with convenient locations, assistance with billing and insurance, and complete follow-up support
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Treatments vary based on the type, location, and severity of avascular necrosis. Your doctor will create a care plan tailored to your symptoms and health history.
If avascular necrosis is diagnosed early and only a small area of the bone is affected, your doctor may recommend nonsurgical treatments. These include:
- Lifestyle changes, such as limiting activity and reducing pressure and weight on the joint
- Medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to relieve pain
- Physical therapy and exercises to improve mobility, decrease pain, and strengthen the surrounding muscles
- Electrical stimulation to encourage new bone growth
If nonsurgical options aren’t appropriate for you or if the condition isn’t diagnosed early, you may need surgery. There are several types of joint-preserving surgical treatments for avascular necrosis:
- Cell and bone grafting, to transplant a healthy portion of bone from another part of the body
- Core decompression, to reduce pressure and encourage blood flow to the bone
- Implants, to help stabilize the bone and encourage blood vessels to regrow
- Osteotomy, to reshape damaged bone
If the condition has progressed and the entire joint is affected with arthritis, your doctor may recommend a joint replacement. Our team has extensive experience performing partial and total joint replacement procedures. We specialize in the latest approaches and techniques, including minimally invasive joint replacement. We work with you before and after surgery to ensure the best possible outcome.
Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ patient, you may have access to the latest advanced clinical trials.
Open trials refer to studies that are currently recruiting participants or that may recruit participants soon. Closed trials are not currently enrolling additional patients.