Mark Hood MD

02/17/2026

COX-2 inhibitors, anticoagulants may not increase wound-related bleeding after THA.

Results presented here showed the use of some NSAIDs after primary total hip arthroplasty may not increase the risk for wound-related bleeding complications in patients receiving anticoagulation

02/17/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the people who make our community what it is. ❤️

From our patients and families to caregivers, associates and neighbors, we’re grateful for the trust you place in us and the opportunity to care for you every day.

02/17/2026

Joint pain can make everyday activities, like walking, exercising or even getting comfortable, more difficult than they should be. While occasional aches can happen, ongoing or worsening joint pain isn’t something you have to push through.

Talking with your doctor can help identify what’s causing your discomfort and what treatment options may help you move more comfortably. If joint pain is interfering with your daily life, connecting with a primary care doctor is an important first step.

Learn more about joint pain by speaking with a provider.
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02/16/2026

02/10/2026

The Shift to Outpatient Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: Perioperative Work Has Not Changed.

Total hip (THA) and knee arthroplasty (TKA) are increasingly being performed on an outpatient basis. Due to this shift in the site of service, the volume and complexity of the work required for these procedures may be affected. The purpose of this study was to quantify the amount of perioperative wo...

02/04/2026

Hip Replacement Dislocation.

Normal hip joints have many surrounding structures that help to stabilize the hip joint. These structures include muscles, ligaments, and the normal bony structure of the hip joint. Together, these structures keep the ball (the femoral head) within the socket (the acetabulum).

02/03/2026

02/01/2026

Pain and injuries can happen when you least expect them. Community Health Network’s orthopedic and sports medicine walk-in clinics are here to help you get the care you need quickly, without an appointment.

With multiple locations across Central Indiana, our team provides expert evaluation and treatment for sprains, strains, fractures and other injuries so you can start feeling better, quickly.

Find a walk-in clinic near you: https://www.ecommunity.com/services/sports-medicine/walk-in-clinics

01/27/2026

Study finds surprising differences in knee injuries between men and women.

One of the largest MRI-based studies comparing knee injuries between men and women reveals surprising differences in injury patterns based on gender and age. The findings, which can be used to improve risk assessment and develop early intervention strategies, will be presented today at the annual me...

01/22/2026

Comparison of Outcomes Between Modular Dual Mobility and Conventional Hip Implants in Primary, Elective Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Modular dual mobility designs (MDM) are designed to reduce the risk of postoperative dislocations following primary total hip arthroplasty (THA). This study investigated both the usage and outcomes (ie, patient-reported outcomes and complications) associated with MDM hips compared with conventional....