Hip Pain

1. Hip Arthritis:

   The undisputed king of hip pain, arthritis, specifically osteoarthritis, is often the culprit. With age, the smooth cartilage that allows your hip joint to move smoothly wears down, causing inflammation and pain. Diagnosis involves a physical exam and X-rays to confirm. The pain usually intensifies with activity and eases with rest, and might be most noticeable when you get up in the morning.

2. Hip Bursitis:

Those tiny fluid-filled sacs that cushion your hip joints, known as bursae, can get inflamed sometimes—and that's bursitis. Excessive use or injury can lead to this condition. Your doctor may recommend an imaging test, like an ultrasound or MRI, for diagnosis. The pain is typically sharp and intense in the initial stages but might become a dull ache over time.

3. Hip Tendinitis:

Tendons connect our muscles to the bones, and straining these tendons can result in tendinitis. Overuse or repetitive motion is typically the cause. Diagnosis involves a physical exam and possibly an MRI. The pain, often a sharp sensation during activity, tends to localize to the area where the tendon attaches to the bone.