Hip Joint

The hip joint is one of the most important joints in the body and allows us to walk, run and jump while bearing the body's weight.

Hip problems can arise regardless of age. They can result from a variety of circumstances and can lead to:

• Avascular Necrosis (AVN)
• Trochanteric Bursitis
• Degenerative Joint Disease (Osteoarthritis)
• Femoro-acetabular Impingement FAI
• Hamstring Injuries
• Labral tears
• Snapping hip syndrome
• Sports Hernia
• Childhood developmental issues

(Perthes, DDH, SCFE)

Anatomy

The ball and socket joint is surrounded by a fibrous capsule, reinforced by a number of ligaments that run between the pelvis and femur. These strong ligaments provide stability for the joint and are also flexible, allowing your hip to move in large ranges of motion.

Common symptoms of a hip disorder

• Pain in the hip
• Limping
• Reduced movement
• Referred pain (may be felt in the leg or knee)
• Muscle stiffness pain in the leg

(when you apply weight on that leg)

Injection can provide relief in various hip problems