Hip Pain

Hip pain can significantly impact mobility and daily life, affecting everything from walking to sitting comfortably. The hip joint is one of the largest and most important joints in the body, providing stability and supporting your weight. When this joint becomes painful, it can be due to various causes, ranging from acute injuries to chronic conditions.

Common Causes of Hip Pain

• Osteoarthritis: One of the most common causes of hip pain, osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage cushioning the joints wears down, leading to pain and stiffness.
• Hip Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae, the fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction between tissues, can cause pain on the outside of the hip.
• Hip Fracture: Often seen in older adults, a hip fracture can result from a fall or trauma, leading to severe pain and the inability to move the leg.
• Tendonitis: Inflammation or irritation of the tendons, often from repetitive movement, can cause pain around the hip joint.
• Labral Tear: The labrum is a ring of cartilage that follows the outside rim of the hip socket. A tear in this area can cause pain and limited motion.

Symptoms of Hip Pain

• Pain in the hip, groin, thigh, or buttock area
• Stiffness or decreased range of motion in the hip joint
• Pain that worsens with activity or prolonged sitting
• Limping or difficulty walking
• Swelling or tenderness around the joint

Prevention and Management

• Maintain a Healthy Weight: Excess weight puts additional strain on the hip joints.
• Stay Active: Regular low-impact exercises such as swimming or cycling can strengthen the muscles supporting your hip.
• Use Proper Body Mechanics: When lifting objects, always use your legs and avoid putting extra stress on your hips.
• Stretch Regularly: Incorporating stretches for the hip flexors, hamstrings, and quads can help maintain flexibility and prevent injury.

Treatment Options

At our clinic, we offer comprehensive treatment plans tailored to address the root cause of your hip pain:

• Physical Therapy: Customized exercises to improve flexibility, strengthen the muscles, and promote healing.
• Medications: Anti-inflammatory drugs or pain relievers may be recommended to reduce pain and inflammation.
• Injections: Corticosteroid injections can help reduce pain and inflammation in the hip joint.
• Minimally Invasive Surgery: In severe cases, hip arthroscopy or hip replacement surgery may be necessary to repair or replace the damaged joint.