Hip osteoarthritis in Barranquilla, Colombia

What is hip osteoarthritis?

It is wear of the cartilage covering the hip joint. As the cartilage is lost, the bones rub together, causing pain, stiffness and difficulty moving. It is more common after age 50, though it can appear earlier due to hip dysplasia, previous injuries or excess weight.

What are the symptoms?

Groin pain that may spread to the thigh or knee, stiffness when getting up or after sitting, difficulty putting on socks or shoes, limping and pain when walking long distances. Over time, pain may also appear at rest or at night.

How is it treated?

At first, with strengthening exercise, weight control, physical therapy, pain relievers and sometimes injections. When pain greatly limits daily life and does not respond to these measures, total hip replacement is a surgery with very good results.

Which specialist should you see?

An orthopedist, ideally experienced in hips, makes the diagnosis with an exam and X-rays. A physiatrist and physical therapist lead rehabilitation, and a pain specialist can help if surgery is not an option.

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