When you come for the first consultation for hip pain to Dr. Thakkar, it is advisable to come with a prior appointment unless it's an emergency, so that when you come to the clinic your time is spent fruitfully.

Kindly expect to spend about one hour and 30 minutes for your first consultation. This time is spent in obtaining detailed history, performing thorough clinical examination, for taking x-rays and advising the treatment.

Treatment for hip disorders is advised taking into consideration your age, medical history, the intensity of pain, findings of clinical examination, and x-rays.

Please remember;

• To mention if you have allergies of any sort, either to medicines or any other substances.
• To bring the names of medicines that you take for diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and medicines for pain relief and arthritis.
• To bring previous x-rays, blood reports, examination findings of any other specialist doctor, if any.
• To bring note from your family physician giving a detailed note of your condition and medical history.