whats the main cause of hip pain?
152848
Well, it really depends on exactly where you feel the pain and many other factors. Do you feel it when you get out of the car after riding for a while? It might be bursitis. Here's a website to look at for more information: http://orthopedics.about.com/cs/hipsurgery/a/hippain.htm
1024526
Try checking out spine-health.com. I've had sciatica which is when the sciatic nerve is pinched or impinged upon sometimes by normal wear and tear and sometimes by a strain/slight injury (even without realizing it). It can also be caused by a disc problem. The pain is real and it usually effects the upper thigh and sometimes the hip and can radiate downwards. I use ice and Motrin. Of course your mom should check with her doc to make sure she can take an anti-inflammatory if indeed that is what it ends up being. That spine-health.com has a list of issues dealing with bulging discs, herniated discs etc. The bulging disc can range from mild to severe but there are treatments available that are successful. Also there is a ligament (can't remember the name of it at the moment) that runs outside and just below the hip through the outside of the buttock to the thigh that even if just strained can cause much pain. It's good she's getting an MRI to determine whether it's actually disc involvement or muscular in nature. I'm not a doctor, just played a lot of sports so have a bit of experience with some of these. Good Luck.
473893
Only you and your primary doctor can figure out whats the best for you.  Check with them first.  Ask them to send you for the appropriate tests to find out what exactly the cause of your pain is.  X-rays, MRI, CAT scan, ultra sound are all good in finding the culprit to your pain. \n\nYour primary may set you up with a regimine to try at home.  Ice and heat alternately to reduce external swelling if that's present.  Anti-inflamatory medicines to reduce internal swelling.  Excercises to stimulate the blood flow to the area so you're not stiff.  \n\nFrom there, they would be best to determine what further care you may need/want and which specialist would be best to go with.
200841
Burning pain is almost always neurological. Do you have diabetes? If yes, it could be neuropathy. Does you left foot hurt worse than your right? You could have two separate things going on, that are unrelated. The hip and leg pain could be arthritis, sciatica, low back nerve impingement, or any number of problems. See another doctor. If the ones you have seen have not given you any kind of diagnosis, then keep looking until you find you who will get to the bottom of your problem, or if you really trust one of the doctors you have already seen, then go back to him. Tell the doctor what's going on and that you want tests to find out what's causing this problem, and if he can do the tests, you want a referral to a specialist. Good luck.
226933
Its the most common cause of cronic knee pain, it happens when the patella (knee cap) isnt aligned correctly and it slides over the lower end of the femur. It can be treated by working on the inner portion of the quadriceps muscle to help normalize the tracking of the patella
1108714
Pain is the #1 sign.  Laying on the floor or bed check to see if one leg is shorter than the other.  In this position, also check to see if the leg rotates inward or outward.  These are also signs  If a fx hip is suspect, you must go in & have an xray to rule out a fx.  I am an RN and have seen many fx's.  Hope this helps.
633035
There are many causes of this.  You might have muscle imbalances where some muscles are tight or some muscles are weak.  There could be problems at other joints in your legs, including at your feet or at your hips, that cause problems in your one knee.  You might have a leg length difference, either due to actual bone size or due to muscular problems, that make your legs function differently causing pain in only one knee.
688718
ANything that causes pain especially to the joints is a bad sign of course.  could be arthritis. it could be inflamed due to a lot of reasons,like trauma to your knee.
560568
I have had it for 8 years. It is not pleasant. It is a sharp pain that never goes away and that pills will only barely help. It is an ongoing thing. I had surgery 6 yrs ago to open the blood flow back up b/c with AVN the blood supply to the joints gets slowed down. Eventually the hip ball joint will collapse and will need a hip replacement. If u need any info or any help or anything let me know. I'd be happy to help.
914081
It's pnuemonia.  When the hip is broken they have to lie still and wait for it to heal.  Lying around lets fluid collect in their lungs, then they get pnuemonia and die.  That's what happened to my grandfather.\n\nMore rarely, a severe break can cause a blood clot to form near the break that can come loose and cause a stroke - which happened to a friend's father.
984679
You can never drink too much water, with diuretics you should take potassium supplements......joint pain can come from many things, either see a doctor about bursitis or just over use or under use, can get maybe an anti-inflammatory medicine....massages, warm baths and stretching exercises should help also
793831
go to an orthopedic and let him / her look in to the problem it may just be calcium built up and that is where it sets..
920835
I know that there are some blood tests to rule out some reasons for joint pain.  If they have been ruled out, you need to talk to your doctor about other possible causes.  \n\nOne might be a problem in your cervical and lumbar spine.  Its also possible that you have a condition called fibromyalgia.  Arthritis comes to mind as well.  \n\nA pinched nerve can cause a lot of the symptoms your having.  See your doctor.  If he doesn't do anything, get another doctor.  Good luck.
653819
It could be anything:  your appendix, muscle spasm, impending diarrhea, constipation.  If it's been going on for a while and/or if the pain is severe, see your doctor.
193826
General Information\nThe hip is the largest joint in the body and one of its most stable. Due to this stability, the hip is rarely a source of problems while growing up (except for developmental problems such as DDH). Problems during the growing years occur following major injuries such as car accidents or falls from heights. In later years, the hip is one of the primary locations for arthritis, which often results in total hip replacement. \n\nThe hip is a ball and socket joint similar to the shoulder. The femoral head forms a ball that sits deep within the socket know as the acetabulum. The acetabulum is a part of the pelvis and in normal circumstances covers more than one-half of the femoral head. The joint is stabilized not only by the bony architecture but also by a series of stout ligaments, the muscles that cross the joint, and a labrum that is connected to the rim of the acetabulum. \n\nAside from arthritis, hip problems occur as a result of muscle strains, hip bursitis, and tears of the labrum. Muscle strains (groin pulls) are often debilitating and require lengthy rehab time only to recur regularly. Hip bursitis is the inflammation within a bursa on the outside or lateral aspect of the hip. This is often associated with patellofemoral problems (kneecap), and both are caused by a tight iliotibial band (ITB). Stretching and rest usually are sufficient to resolve the discomfort. \n\nLabral tears are increasingly being diagnosed. Physical exam techniques and the improvement in MRI techniques have helped to diagnose this problem. Once diagnosed, if it is symptomatic enough, surgical repair or excision through an arthroscopic procedure is often necessary.\n\nOrthopaedic Injuries\n\nLabral Tear\nThe labrum of the hip is the fibrous cartilage (similar to the meniscus in the knee) that runs around the bony rim of the acetablum (the hip socket). The labrum deepens the socket adding stability to the hip joint as well as cushioning the joint itself. \n\nCauses\nThe cause of a labral tear may be degenerative or traumatic. Degenerative tears occur after years of repetitive minor injuries and are usually associated with arthritis of the hip. Traumatic injuries can occur with any sporting activity that causes rapid hip motion especially associated with sudden stops and turns on the field, mats, or court. Occasionally, a traumatic injury that causes a labral tear is somewhat trivial and is forgotten by the time of the diagnosis. \n\nSymptoms\n\nPain (usually located on the inner hip, or groin area) \nA “catching” sensation within the joint \nLittle-to-no-pain during normal daily activities \nFrequently Asked Questions\nHip Arthroscopy and Labral Tear\n\nTreatment\nThe treatment of a hip labral tear is symptom driven. Long term sequelae of labral tears is not known though it is assumed they can lead to arthritic progression. \n\nNon-operative\nA course of physical therapy may be initiated along with activity modification.\n\nAlternative Treatment Options\n\nGlucosamine \nHyaluronic Acid \nNon-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Medications (NSAIDs) \nOperative\nA surgical repair or excision through an arthroscopic procedure is the usual intervention for this orthopaedic injury when symptoms do not allow a continuation of desired athletic activities. The procedure is done on an out-patient basis and full recovery normally occurs by eight to 12 weeks.\n\nWhen I researched labral tears causing osteoarthritis, it sounds more like osteoarthritis can cause labral tears.  See the second link....actually the third link might support your position.....
652972
It could be bursitis, an inflammation of the bursae( a fluid filled protective sac that reduces friction in the joints). You may end up having to see your Dr. but, try Motrin and rest, ice (20 min) and 20 min later heat (no more then 20 min) several times a day. But if the pain persists see your doctor.
208761
As in, it hurts to extend it, or the range of motion just stops?\n\nIs this a recent thing?  Did you injure it in the last year or so?\n\nFrom just this, there's no way to determine the cause.  What I can tell you though, is that there are lots of things you can do to fix this sort of thing.  If you are on your feet quite a bit, this will eventually move your pelvis (and consequently your back) out of whack, so it shouldn't just be left alone.\n\nSee your doctor.  They will know what to do.