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About This Procedure:
To drain fluid from the hip a needle is inserted into the hip joint and the fluid is removed with a syringe. For this particular procedure the needle is guided by ultrasound images shown on a computer screen.
For some patients the procedure is to relieve pain and swelling in a joint. For others, the fluid is tested to learn the cause of the inflammation. After the hip fluid is drained some people get a cortisone shot to reduce the inflammation.
This procedure is done outpatient or in the doctor’s office and the patient returns home the same day. Patients can save money by shopping for this service as there may be many office and outpatient centers locally that offer this care.
Treating the hip by draining the fluid is not always needed. Some people get better with rest and icing the area, over-the counter medications, physical therapy, a cortisone shot, and using a cane for support.
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Included In This Price:
The price covers just this one service which includes facility and doctor fees. This price does not include any other care like a visit, other tests or medications.
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