American Hip Institute

06/01/2026

You schedule maintenance for your car — when's the last time you did the same for yourself? June is Men's Health Month. Make the appointment. 💙

05/29/2026

Hip instability in women is often overlooked or mistaken for tightness. Recognizing the difference is key to proper treatment and long-term stability. ⚖️

For years, women with hip instability have been told to stretch more, strengthen their glutes, or simply push through discomfort that feels vague and hard to describe.

05/22/2026

Not all hip pain starts in the hip. Referred pain can lead to misdiagnosis—making accurate evaluation key to finding the true source. 🔍

Dr. Benjamin Domb, a national leader in hip surgery offers viscosupplementation, ultrasound guided injections, platelet-rich plasma injections and stem cell therapy in Chicagoland, Chicago and Des Plaines, IL.

05/22/2026

After years of hip pain and multiple surgeries... Laura shares her recovery after a total hip replacement with Dr. Sugarman at the American Hip Institute, and how she's been able to get back to the activities she loves!

05/18/2026

Hip impingement involves more than bone structure—soft tissue plays a major role in symptoms and function. Understanding both is key to effective care.

Dr Benjamin Domb is a national leader in hip surgery. He specialized in robotic surgery, hip arthroscopy and sports medicine in Chicagoland, Chicago and Des Plaines, IL.

05/15/2026

Labral tears can worsen quietly, even when symptoms seem mild. Early evaluation can help prevent further joint damage. ⚠

Your imaging study could reveal a significant labral tear in your hip that has caused little more than occasional stiffness, or you could be experiencing debilitating groin pain while initial imaging appears unremarkable.

05/15/2026

AANA 2026 Day 1 Recap!
This week Dr. Benjamin Domb, Dr. Etan Sugarman, and Dr. Benjamin Kuhns are in Phoenix, Arizona 📍attending the Arthroscopy Association of North America 2026 Conference.
Dr. Domb presented on Hip Labral Reconstruction amongst a panel consisting of Drs.Thomas Byrd, Stephen DeFrota, Jovan Laskovski, Michael Huang , and Aaron Casp.
Dr. Kuhns presented on “Defining a Three-Dimensional Threshold for the Low Volume Acetabulum: It’s Not Just LCEA!”
Dr. Sugarman presented on “Labral Management of the Hip: When to Repair, Augment or Reconstruct”
Dr. Domb presented on “Robotic-Assisted Total Hip Arthroplasty” with co-presenters Drs. Joseph Tauro, Ivan Wang, and Patrick St. Pierre.
Looking forward to the rest of the conference!

05/13/2026

What is your gluteus medius muscle, and what happens when it tears?
Dr. Sugarman breaks down the anatomy, the injury, and your path back to full strength 💪🩺

05/12/2026

Injections can aid healing, but movement is still key. Physical therapy after orthobiologic treatment strengthens joints, improves function, and maximizes results. 🏃

Dr. Benjamin Domb, a national leader in hip surgery offers viscosupplementation, ultrasound guided injections, platelet-rich plasma injections and stem cell therapy in Chicagoland, Chicago and Des Plaines, IL.

05/08/2026

This Arthritis Awareness Month, learn how hip osteoarthritis can affect mobility and daily life. Early recognition, proper care, and lifestyle strategies can help protect your joints and keep you moving. 🦴

Sometimes called "wear-and-tear" arthritis, osteoarthritis is a common condition that many people develop during middle age or older. It can occur in any joint in the body, but most often develops in weight-bearing joints, such as the hip.