Hip Pain Specialist

What causes hip pain?

You may develop hip pain when you strain a muscle, injure a tendon, or stretch a ligament. Acute injuries can lead to more severe conditions such as a broken or dislocated hip. Daily wear and tear can lead to degenerative changes such as arthritis and overuse injuries.

Some of the most common conditions that cause hip pain include:

• Bursitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Labral tears
• Hip impingement
• Tendonitis
• Synovitis
• Hip dysplasia

Hip problems get progressively worse if you continue to use the joint without proper rest or medical care.

Will I have symptoms in addition to pain?

There’s a good chance you will develop symptoms such as swelling, inability to put weight on your hip, and limited movement. A problem with your hip joint can also cause pain in your knee, thigh, or buttocks.

You can even experience hip pain without having a hip problem. Some conditions that begin in your knees or spine may lead to hip pain.

How do orthopaedic specialists treat hip pain?

After reviewing your medical history and symptoms, your doctor at New Braunfels Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine conducts a physical exam. They may also order diagnostic imaging, including in-office X-rays.

Your hip is a weight-bearing joint that sustains incredible stress. As a result, some traumatic injuries, such as a fracture, dislocation, or severe ligament tear, require immediate surgery to ensure proper healing.

In most cases, treatment for hip pain begins with non-surgical therapies such as:

• Activity modification
• Resting your hip
• Physical therapy
• Anti-inflammatory medications
• Corticosteroid injections

If your hip pain persists despite conservative treatment, your doctor at New Braunfels Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine may recommend surgery to repair the problem or hip replacement surgery in extreme cases.

Don’t suffer from hip pain when compassionate care is available at New Braunfels Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. Call or book an appointment online today.