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Did you know... Hip Arthritis typically occurs after the age of 50.
Causes
Hip arthritis is a degenerative condition of the hip joint which usually causes groin pain, stiffness and difficulty walking. The most common causes of hip arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Other conditions that can lead to hip arthritis include hip trauma, childhood hip diseases, and avascular necrosis among others.
Symptoms
Major symptoms include:
- Pain with activities
- Limited range of motion
- Stiffness of the hip
- Walking with a limp
Treatments
Initial treatment of hip arthritis includes activity modification such as weight loss, using a cane or walker, and therapy. Arthritis medications may be prescribed to help alleviate the symptoms. If all conservative measures fail and the arthritis is severely affecting the patients lifestyle, total hip replacement is an excellent operation for relieving pain and restoring function and is successful in over 95% of patients.
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