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Have you ever experienced a sharp or nagging pain around your hip area, especially after a long day of activity or sitting? This discomfort could be more than just fatigue. It might be hip bursitis pain, a condition that affects many people, making everyday tasks challenging. Understanding hip bursitis and knowing how to manage its…
The prevalence of arthritis in the US can be estimated from the fact that approximately over 30 million people in the United States have it. Arthritis has many forms, the most common of which is osteoarthritis which causes the cartilage of weight-bearing joints like knees and hips to deteriorate. Osteoarthritis of the hip is a…
Arthritis is a condition involving the inflammation of one or more joints, and it afflicts almost 60 million Americans or about 25% of the population. Any of your joints can be affected by any type of arthritis – the most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The hip, which is the largest ball-and-socket joint…
Hip arthritis can cause pain and stiffness in the groin, outer thigh, and buttocks area, as well as mobility issues. Living with hip arthritis can be difficult. Many people with arthritis have difficulty moving around, which makes it hard to perform everyday activities, such as walking or climbing stairs. However, this is not to say…
Arthritis is a common cause of pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the hip joint. The term arthritis means “inflammation of the joint.” There are several different types of hip arthritis, and many factors can contribute to the various types, including genetics. All types of hip arthritis can cause permanent damage to the hip joint. According…
Arthritis can affect any joint, including the hip. Hip arthritis can cause pain and can reduce your range of motion, which makes it hard to perform daily tasks and activities – anything that involves standing and walking. If you’ve been diagnosed with hip arthritis, your orthopedic doctor will likely start with conservative treatment options to…
Arthritis can strike at any joint, and the hips are no exception. The pain can range from mild stiffness to debilitating pain that prevents you from getting up. Since hip arthritis is a progressive condition, it’s best to seek immediate treatment. Your doctor may recommend several options, including physical therapy. What is Physical Therapy? Physical…
If you’ve developed wrist pain that continues to nag you, then you may be wondering what may have caused it. Or, you may know exactly what caused it and are now looking for a solution to alleviate the pain. An orthopedic doctor can conduct an efficient assessment of your wrist, consider any underlying health conditions…
Bursitis hip occurs when the bursa becomes inflamed. Bursae are tiny fluid-filled sacs that cushion the structures near your joints and reduce movement friction. Bursitis commonly affects the hips of women and middle-aged individuals, which makes it difficult to move the upper torso and lower legs. It can develop because of injury, overuse, spinal abnormalities,…
The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint and is one of the largest joints in the human body. The sections of bone in the joint are protected by cartilage, which is a tough, smooth tissue designed to absorb shock, reduce friction, and allow the bones to glide together smoothly. When the cartilage wears down, this…
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