Hip Pain
Hip pain is refers to pain coming from within or around the hip joint. It can be caused by many different conditions but generally results from injury to any structure in the hip, including bone, cartilage, labrum, ligaments, or tendons. Hip pain can affect your movement, daily activities, and quality of life. A precise diagnosis of the underlying cause is important to develop an appropriate treatment plan. Learn more about the most common causes of hip pain below:
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Hip Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint disease, affects the smooth lining covering the ends of bones in a joint called cartilage. In osteoarthritis, the cartilage becomes damaged and worn out, causing pain, swelling, stiffness and restricted movement in the affected joint.
Hip Bursitis
A bursa is a fluid filled sac that is located between bones and soft tissues, acting as a cushion to reduce friction. One bursa that can commonly become irritated covers the bony point of the hip bone called the greater trochanter. Inflammation of this bursa is called trochanteric bursitis.
Hip Flexor Tendinitis
Hip flexor tendinitis is a common condition that occurs when the large tendon, called the psoas, that is used to flex the hip, becomes irritated and inflamed.