The hip joint is a large ‘ball and socket joint’ and is designed to withstand repeated motion and allow for fluid movement. , Hip pain is a common complaint that can be caused by a wide variety of problems. The most common causes of hip pain are arthritis, bursitis, muscle strain, and nerve irritation. Treatment and management of hip pain is dependent on the diagnosis and any underlying illness that may be present.
Below are some of the common treatment options that are pursued in the management of hip pain:
In the event that the above treatments do not help joint replacement surgery is available. The classic indication for joint replacement surgery is some form of destructive osteoarthritis where the entire hip joint’s normal architecture is damaged.
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