Why does my hip hurt?
The hip joins the femur to the pelvis and carries your weight with every step. When it's healthy it takes a lot of force to injure it; still, sports, running, overuse or falls can cause injuries. Over the years the cartilage also wears down and osteoarthritis appears.
These are the causes I see most often:
- Hip osteoarthritis: deep pain in the groin or thigh, stiffness and difficulty walking.
- Sports and overuse injuries: pain from repeated impact, overload or a bad movement.
- Pain after a fall or blow: that doesn't ease and limits your activities.
- Bursitis and tendinitis: inflammation around the joint.
Warning sign
If hip pain makes you limp, wakes you at night or doesn't improve within a few weeks, it's time for an assessment. An early diagnosis opens up more treatment options.
How we treat it
Not every hip needs surgery. I start by understanding your case with an exam and, if needed, X-rays or MRI. From there we choose the best path for you — from rehab and injections to surgery when it's well indicated.