Hip Pain & Avascular Necrosis (AVN) Treatment in Mumbai
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Dr. Kailash KothariMD Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, FIAPM (Pain Medicine) · 30+ years experience
Last medically reviewed: June 2026
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What is avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip?
Avascular necrosis (AVN), also called osteonecrosis, is loss of blood supply to the femoral head — the ball of the hip joint. Without adequate blood supply the bone can weaken, leading to hip and groin pain. AVN is associated with steroid use, alcohol, and previous injury. Because early AVN has the most treatment options, an MRI-based diagnosis is important.
How is hip pain and early AVN treated?
At Pain Clinic of India, hip pain and early-stage AVN may be managed with regenerative therapies such as PRP, GFC and bone marrow stem cell concentrate, alongside image-guided injections. These aim to relieve pain and support healing while preserving the joint. Advanced AVN may still need orthopaedic surgery; treatment is matched to the MRI stage.
When to seek treatment
Persistent groin or hip pain — especially with risk factors such as steroid use or alcohol — should be assessed early, because early AVN has far better joint-preserving options.
What is avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip?
Avascular necrosis (AVN), also called osteonecrosis, is loss of blood supply to the femoral head — the ball of the hip joint. Without adequate blood supply the bone can weaken, leading to hip and groin pain. AVN is associated with steroid use, alcohol, and previous injury. Because early AVN has the most treatment options, an MRI-based diagnosis is important.
How is hip pain and early AVN treated?
At Pain Clinic of India, hip pain and early-stage AVN may be managed with regenerative therapies such as PRP, GFC and bone marrow stem cell concentrate, alongside image-guided injections. These aim to relieve pain and support healing while preserving the joint. Advanced AVN may still need orthopaedic surgery; treatment is matched to the MRI stage.
When to seek treatment
Persistent groin or hip pain — especially with risk factors such as steroid use or alcohol — should be assessed early, because early AVN has far better joint-preserving options.
Frequently asked questions about hip pain & avascular necrosis treatment
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