HIP JOINT PAIN SINGAPORE - AN OVERVIEW

Medically Reviewed by Dr Wang Lushun What exactly is Avascular Necrosis (AVN)? Avascular necrosis, also called osteonecrosis, occurs when the blood source to bone cells is disrupted, leading to the death of bone tissue. It usually targets the hip joint, specially the femoral head–the higher “ball” portion of the femur (thigh bone) that connec