Hip Pain

What does hip pain feel like?

Hip pain can feel like a dull ache or a sharp, stabbing sensation that radiates into the back. Your pain may come and go or be constant.

The location of your hip pain helps pinpoint the cause. Pain around the hip may mean an injury to the muscles or ligaments supporting the hip, and deep pain is a sign you may have a problem involving the joints or bones.

Most hip pain resolves with rest and at-home care. However, if your pain is severe or recurring, you may have a condition that needs medical attention. 

Leaders in the field, Advanced Regional Center for Orthopedics & Podiatry can provide the expert care you need.

What causes hip pain?

Hip pain has many possible causes. You can experience short-term hip pain after a long day standing or walking. Hip pain may also result from a sports injury, bad fall, or car accident.

Overuse and degenerative joint changes can also cause hip pain. Conditions and injuries that cause hip pain include:

• Arthritis
• Bursitis
• Fractures
• Sprains and strains
• Ligament tears
• Hip dislocation

In some cases, the back or feet are the source of the pain.

What tests do I need to find the cause of my hip pain?

The team at Advanced Regional Center for Orthopedics & Podiatry conducts a thorough evaluation to determine what tests you need to find the cause of your hip pain.

Your provider asks about your symptoms and the location and type of pain. They review your medical history and the activities that worsen your symptoms. They then perform a physical exam.

The team uses information from the exam to develop a preliminary diagnosis and order imaging tests to confirm it.

What treatments ease hip pain?

Treatment for hip pain depends on the cause. Your doctor at Advanced Regional Center for Orthopedics & Podiatry talks to you about their findings and the treatments that can ease your discomfort, such as:

• Activity modification
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Physical therapy
• Joint injections

If your pain fails to improve with medical interventions, your doctor may recommend hip surgery to repair the damage. The team also offers joint replacement for severe hip pain that affects mobility.