Transient Osteoporosis of the Hip and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: A Report of Two Cases

Bone marrow edema syndrome/transient osteoporosis of the hip joint and management with the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen therapy

“…6,21,23 Therefore, the application of HBOT in off-label use in patients with TOH has been attempted with beneficial effects by reducing intraosseous edema with vasoconstriction and increasing bone repair. 24 Consequently, HBOT has been utilized as a potential treatment in those patients suffering from TOH. 25 In a prospective study conducted by Capone et al, 44 consecutive patients were included with clinical and radiological signs compatible with TOH.…”

“…After a follow-up of 2 months both radiological and clinical resolution of BME and pain were achieved respectively. 24 Throughout the literature a handful of case reports have been published, utilizing the alternative of HBOT on patients affected by TOH. In all studies, the administration of HBOT led to improvement/ complete resolution of MRI findings, pain relief and to an increase of the range of motion in the hip joint.…”