Hip pain is the fourth most common type of joint problem in the U.S., with more than five percent of U.S. adults reporting regular discomfort.
If you are experiencing hip pain, especially if it is limiting your activity, preventing adequate sleep, or hurting your health, call Adena Orthopedic and Spine Institute today at 740-779-4598.
The hip is the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body. Delaying hip pain treatment can severely impact mobility and quality of life. Aging can cause the cartilage in the hip to wear down, leaving little cushion between the bones of the joint and causing pain. Overuse or injuries can damage the muscles and tendons in and around the joint, or injuries can cause fractures.
Common causes of hip pain include arthritis, bone fracture, bursitis, tendinitis, muscle strain, tumors, or osteonecrosis, which is the restriction of blood flow to the joint resulting in bone tissue death.
Hip problems more common in older people, with 5 percent of all Americans experiencing pain in this region at some point in their lives. Those 65 and older are most at risk for hip fractures, with nearly 95 percent of hip fractures occurring due to a fall. A quarter of a million hospitalizations are due to hip pain treatment stemming from a fracture or hip ailment.
Hip pain can occur from injury, overuse, or medical conditions that affect joint health. Common risk factors include:
Conditions that may cause knee pain include:
Hip pain can take different forms depending on the cause and severity. Symptoms include:
Hip pain treatment depends upon identification of the specific cause. Acute injuries such as fractures may require reparative surgery. In extreme cases, hip replacement surgeries may bring relief to chronic and severe hip pain due to arthritis or irreparable joint damage. Treatment of underlying conditions may also alleviate symptoms. In addition, ice, heat, chiropractic treatment, and over-the-counter or prescription pain and anti-inflammatory medication can ease hip pain.