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Hip Pain Is Slowing You Down. Let’s Find Out Why.
Hip pain can make it difficult to walk, sleep comfortably, stay active, and enjoy everyday life. Whether you're living with arthritis, recovering from a sports-related injury, or noticing changes in your mobility, Community Memorial's orthopedic specialists offer personalized treatment options designed to relieve pain, restore function, and help you move with confidence again.
What Type of Hip Pain Are You Experiencing?
Everyday Hip Pain & Arthritis
Arthritis gradually wears down the cartilage that cushions the hip joint, leading to stiffness and aching. Early evaluation can help identify the cause of your pain and expand your treatment options to help you delay or avoid joint replacement.
Sports Injuries & Tears
Sports-related hip injuries, such as labral tears, stress fractures, or hip flexor strains, are often linked to specific events. Getting an accurate diagnosis is the first step toward finding the treatment that's right for you.
Sudden Injury or Severe Pain
Sudden or severe hip pain may indicate a significant injury requiring prompt evaluation. Our orthopedic specialists can quickly assess your symptoms and recommend the appropriate treatment.
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Walk-In Orthopedic Clinics
Same Day Appointments Available
Hamilton
Monday through Friday
8am – 11:45am,
12:30pm – 3pm
160 Broad St.
Hamilton, NY
New Hartford
Wednesdays
8am – 3pm
83 Genesee St.
New Hartford, NY
Cazenovia
2nd & 4th Tuesday Each Month
8am – 3pm
3045 John Trush Jr. Blvd, Suite 1
Cazenovia, NY
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After Hours
Thursdays
5pm – 8pm
160 Broad St.
Hamilton, NY
Emergency Department
Because the Faster, the Better
The Emergency Department in Hamilton provides an exceptionally efficient option if you urgently require help with any severe orthopedic concerns, such as joint fractures, a sports injury, or severe joint pain. We have the shortest wait times in the area, we can get pain under control and then quickly get you in to one of our world-class specialists at Community Memorial Center for Orthopedics. The sooner you can get pain under control, and in front of a specialist, the better.
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24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year
150 Broad Street, Hamilton, NY
Meet the Surgeons
Hip pain affects everyone differently, which is why Community Memorial's orthopedic specialists take a personalized approach to your care. From your first evaluation through recovery, we'll help you understand your diagnosis, explain your treatment options, and develop a plan that supports your lifestyle and goals.
Dr. Richelle Takemoto
Director of Robotic Technology
Advanced expertise in:
First female surgeon to perform VELYS robotic-assisted knee replacement and among the highest-volume VELYS robotic surgeons nationally.
Dr. Kamal Banga
Orthopedic Surgeon
Advanced expertise in:
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in upper extremity and orthopedic sports medicine.
Dr. Thomas Toole
Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery
Advanced expertise in:
Fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon with experience working alongside the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres medical teams.
Community Memorial is proud to receive a 4-Star Patient Satisfaction Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a recognition of exceptional care and patient experience. This reflects our commitment to providing quality, compassionate, and excellent healthcare every day. Thank you to our patients and staff for making this possible!
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Community Memorial’s orthopedic program combines experienced specialists, advanced technology, convenient access to care, and a commitment to exceptional patient outcomes. Recognized for quality care and patient experience, our team provides expert orthopedics close to home, with walk-in clinics, emergency orthopedic services, and advanced treatment options designed to help patients get better and get back to living.
Is It Arthritis or a Sports Injury?
Not all hip pain comes from the same source. Arthritis gradually wears down the cartilage that cushions the hip joint, leading to stiffness, aching, and reduced mobility, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity. Sports-related hip injuries are often linked to specific events or activities. A labral tear, hip flexor strain, or stress fracture may cause pain during movement, a clicking sensation, or difficulty bearing weight. Getting an accurate diagnosis is the first step toward finding the treatment that's right for you.
Joint Preservation & Minimally Invasive Care
For younger or more active patients, preserving the natural joint is our priority. Community Memorial offers personalized hip preservation strategies—including physical therapy, targeted injections, and activity modification—to restore function and delay or avoid the need for joint replacement. When structural joint issues require intervention, our surgeons utilize advanced, minimally invasive techniques to address structural problems with significantly less disruption to surrounding tissue than traditional open surgery.
Advanced Hip Replacement & Precision Technology
When conservative treatments and joint preservation approaches no longer provide adequate relief, total or partial hip replacement can effectively restore pain-free movement. Our orthopedic surgeons utilize advanced, robotic-assisted technology to custom-plan and execute your procedure based on your unique anatomy. This state-of-the-art precision helps ensure accurate implant placement, supports long-term joint function, and helps you confidently return to the activities that matter most to you.
Comprehensive, Tailored Recovery
Recovery from hip treatment is a progressive, highly personalized process tailored to your specific diagnosis and treatment path. Your dedicated care team supports you at every stage, providing a structured rehabilitation plan complete with clear activity guidelines and physical therapy milestones. Our goal is to ensure a safe, efficient healing process that fully restores your mobility and long-term quality of life.
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FAQs
Understanding Your Symptoms
Nighttime hip pain is commonly associated with arthritis, bursitis, or inflammation of the soft tissues around the joint. When lying on the affected side, pressure on the hip can intensify pain. Persistent nighttime pain that disrupts sleep is a signal worth discussing with an orthopedic specialist.
Arthritis-related hip pain tends to develop gradually, often affecting adults over 50, and is accompanied by stiffness and reduced range of motion over time. Sports-related injuries, such as labral tears or hip flexor strains, typically occur after a specific movement or activity and may involve sharp pain, clicking, or instability. Both conditions benefit from an orthopedic evaluation to determine the cause of your pain and the most appropriate treatment.
Yes. The hip plays a central role in how we move, and dysfunction in the joint can alter gait and place additional stress on the lower back and knees. If you are experiencing pain in multiple areas, a comprehensive orthopedic evaluation can help identify the primary source.
Clicking, popping, or catching in the hip may indicate a labral tear, loose cartilage, or tendons moving across bony structures. While not always painful, mechanical symptoms like these often warrant evaluation to rule out underlying joint damage.
Consider scheduling an evaluation if your pain persists for more than a few weeks, limits your ability to walk or climb stairs, wakes you at night, or affects your quality of life. Early evaluation can help identify the cause of your pain and expand your treatment options.
Treatment & Diagnosis
Hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique that allows surgeons to view and repair the inside of the hip joint using a small camera and specialized instruments through tiny incisions. It is regularly used to treat structural conditions such as labral tears, cartilage damage, and femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), offering patients less post-operative pain and a faster path to recovery.
While overall recovery timelines vary based on your individual health, modern surgical techniques allow many patients to begin walking with assistance shortly after hip replacement surgery. You will continue to progressively build strength, stability, and independent mobility over the weeks that follow with the support of a tailored physical therapy plan.
Not all hip pain comes from the same source. Arthritis gradually wears down the cartilage that cushions the hip joint, leading to stiffness, aching, and reduced mobility—especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity.
In contrast, sports-related hip injuries are often linked to specific events or activities. Conditions like a labral tear, hip flexor strain, or stress fracture may cause pain during movement, a clicking sensation, or difficulty bearing weight. Because symptoms can vary, getting an accurate diagnosis is the first step toward finding the treatment that's right for you.
Appointments & Getting Care
Referral requirements vary depending on your insurance plan. Our team can help you understand your coverage and determine whether a referral is needed before scheduling an appointment.
A walk-in orthopedic clinic provides convenient access to specialized care for musculoskeletal injuries and joint pain without requiring a scheduled appointment. Patients can receive an evaluation, imaging if needed, and recommendations for treatment or follow-up care from an orthopedic provider.
Recovery timelines vary depending on your specific diagnosis and the type of care you receive. Many patients undergoing conservative treatment begin to feel better within a few weeks. If you require surgery, your recovery timeline will depend on the specific procedure and your individual health.
Yes, your care team will provide clear guidance at every stage of your healing process. You can expect to receive personalized recommendations for physical therapy, specific activity restrictions, and important milestones to watch for as you recover.
Please bring a photo ID, insurance card, a list of current medications, and any relevant medical records or imaging studies related to your knee pain or injury. Wearing comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the knee may also be helpful during your evaluation.
Fractures, dislocations, suspected ligament tears, severe swelling, sudden instability, and injuries that prevent you from bearing weight should be evaluated as soon as possible. Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce complications and support recovery.
Most hip pain can be evaluated by an orthopedic specialist, but certain symptoms require immediate medical attention. Go to the emergency room if you experience a visible deformity, severe swelling, an inability to move your leg or bear weight, or intense pain following a high-impact injury like a fall or car accident. You should also seek emergency care if your hip pain is accompanied by sudden numbness or a loss of circulation in your leg. If you are ever unsure whether your symptoms require emergency care, err on the side of caution and seek medical attention promptly.
Let's Find the Right Path Forward
Whether you're exploring non-surgical treatment or considering hip replacement, Community Memorial's orthopedic specialists are here to answer your questions and help you make an informed decision about your care. New patients are welcome.
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Hamilton Orthopedic Clinic
Monday through Friday
8am – 3pm
160 Broad St., Hamilton, NY
New Hartford Orthopedic Clinic
Wednesdays
8am – 3pm
83 Genesee St., New Hartford, NY
Cazenovia Orthopedic Clinic
Tuesday through Wednesday
8am – 3pm
3045 John Trush Jr. Boulevard, Suite 1 Cazenovia, NY
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