Date :10-Jul-2017
A hip is a ball and socket joint that attaches the leg to the torso of the body. Generally, hip pain is arises from the hip joint but it can also arises from swelling, redness or warmth in the some external structures attached with hip.
Symptoms
- Joint pain
- Limping
- Loss of motion of the hip
- Groin pain
- Warmth
- Tenderness of the hip
- Swelling on the hip
- Difficult to sleep on the hip
Many times pain from the other areas of the body such as from the back or hernia may radiate to the hip. The pain gets worse while doing any activity. With the pain, some people develop a limp or reduced motion. It is recommended to consult with a doctor with notice redness, swelling or warmth around the joint.
A doctor advice is important if
- The pain is extreme
- A fall or injury caused the hip pain
- Hip pain suddenly came
- Joints looked deformed
- Bleeding
- Can’t bear any weight on hip area
- Can’t move hip or leg
Symptoms of hip pain can vary from low to severe. Sometimes
Hip pain can be a cause of disability. Doctors diagnose hip pain with the physical examination. Physical examination of hip pain include
- Internal and external rotation of the hip
- Analyse pain aggravating positions
- Tenderness
- Inflammation
The hip pain can be diagnosed by
- Imaging studies
- X-rays
- CT-scan
- MRI
- Nuclear medicine bone scans
The treatment of hip pain includes proper rest, cold application, avoid weight bearing, and anti-inflammatory medications. Fractures in hip area needs surgical repairs with the use of plates, pinning, screws, and total joint replacement.
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