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Suggest Remedies For Pain In The Right Hip
Question: my right hip hurts
Brief Answer:
different possible causes
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Pain in any joint, including the hip joint can be due to different possible causes such as--
(1)arthritis of the joint- there are different types
(2)trauma to bone from a fall or being struck or very prolonged or strenuous activity
(3)soft tissue injury of the surrounding muscles or ligaments
(4) rarely infection
These are the more common causes.
An x ray would assess for trauma or arthritis of the joint. It is not good imaging for soft tissues but would show any bony changes.
If there is arthritis then treatment would consist of pain medication and physiotherapy mainly. Hip replacement is considered if the arthritis changes are severe.
Arthritis due to rheumatoid or lupus etc, may need different types of medication as well.
Most soft tissue injury is treated with rest, ice if recent, warmth if the injury is long standing and pain medication.
It would be best to see your doctor for assessment which would include physical examination and possibly imaging as well.
If there is no obvious bony injury then it may be soft tissue.
Treatment would depend on the cause found
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
different possible causes
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Pain in any joint, including the hip joint can be due to different possible causes such as--
(1)arthritis of the joint- there are different types
(2)trauma to bone from a fall or being struck or very prolonged or strenuous activity
(3)soft tissue injury of the surrounding muscles or ligaments
(4) rarely infection
These are the more common causes.
An x ray would assess for trauma or arthritis of the joint. It is not good imaging for soft tissues but would show any bony changes.
If there is arthritis then treatment would consist of pain medication and physiotherapy mainly. Hip replacement is considered if the arthritis changes are severe.
Arthritis due to rheumatoid or lupus etc, may need different types of medication as well.
Most soft tissue injury is treated with rest, ice if recent, warmth if the injury is long standing and pain medication.
It would be best to see your doctor for assessment which would include physical examination and possibly imaging as well.
If there is no obvious bony injury then it may be soft tissue.
Treatment would depend on the cause found
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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