Although
commonly found in adults and females, hip
pain is not limited to age or sex. From temporary hip pain to chronic ones
like cartilage breakdown, hip pain treatments can be short term or
long-standing. However, having pain in any part of the body either severe or
mild is not something to ignore. From difficulty in bending, to stiffness while
climbing stairs, to limping, the daily lives are hampered. If this is you, hear
what an expert Thomas Gehrmann has to say about hip pain,
causes, and treatment.
What
are the causes of hip pain?
Pain
can come from the outside or inside of the hip, outer buttocks, lower thighs or
it can even be coming from your lower back or lower abdomen. Hence, being a
condition that is caused by a variety of issues, knowing the causes of hip pain
can be difficult to define. “The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that is strong
and highly stable for legs and upper body movement,” says Thomas Gehrmann, a renowned Chiropractor in Colorado
Springs.
Over
time, the overall makeup of the hip can get tired due to wear and tall and
result in hip pain. “Sometimes, pin in the hip can also be as a result of fall
or injury or even a deformity someone is born with. Understanding where the
pain is coming from and the causes are the first steps in treatment” says
Thomas Gehrmann. However, the most common conditions and causes of hip pains
are: arthritis, hip fractures, Trochanteric bursitis, muscle and
cartilage tears, osteoporosis, tendonitis, cancer, and osteomyelitis
When
should you see a doctor?
Before
visiting a doctor, it is important to take note of where the pain is coming
from. Healthcare makes use of physical examination, history and other medical
examinations such as X-rays to diagnose the problem. Visit the doctor
immediately if you:
Fell
and you felt a crack in the hip bone
Have
difficulties performing daily activities such as climbing the stairs, bending
Experience
pain or soreness when you sleep over the hips, walk or move the leg
Can’t
bear heavyweight
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